"Senator Romney has proven to be one of the great patriots of our time, devoting his life to the preservation of American democracy and our Constitution — not for personal gain, but for true love of country," Mr. McMullin said. "I’m disappointed to learn of his retirement and echo his calls for a new generation of American leadership."
Mitt Romney won't seek second Senate term, says it's 'time for a new generation'
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The debate quickly became charged once again, when Mr. McMullin told Mr. Lee that “when the barbarians” that were the Capitol rioters “were at the gate, you were happy to let them in.”
Mike Lee, Evan McMullin battle over 2020 election in Utah Senate debate
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