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Q    Mr. President, what has your reaction been to the Herschel Walker controversy in Georgia?  And do you think Democrats can hold that seat?

THE PRESIDENT:  Negative.  And yes. 

Q    Mr. President, Blumenthal and Khanna right now, they’re calling for a stopping of U.S. arm sales to Saudi Arabia.  Do you support that legislation? 

THE PRESIDENT:  We’re going to react to Saudi Arabia, and they’re doing consultation when they come back.  And we will take action.

Q    What’s your reaction to recent Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine?

THE PRESIDENT:  Same as it’s always been: It’s brutal.  It’s just — it’s beyond the pale.

Q    You said you would be open to meeting with Vladimir Putin to discuss Brittney Griner.  Have you seen any movement on that front?

THE PRESIDENT:  Not with Putin. 

Q    You want to codify Roe v. Wade, sir, right?

THE PRESIDENT:  Yes. 

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