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‘He absolutely should resign:’ Figures, Marques clash over GOP lawmaker’s arrest

Democrat Shomari Figures publicly challenged Republican Rhett Marques to condemn arrested state Rep. Brett Easterbrook, who faces human trafficking charges, sparking a broader partisan exchange of accusations.

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AL.com· Oct 16, 8:22 PM‘He absolutely should resign:’ Figures, Marques clash over GOP lawmaker’s arrest

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