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GOP’s links to extremism surface in congressional primary

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Published 10:18 PM

By BRIAN SLODYSKO
Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — A congressional candidate in Washington state whose compelling personal story of military valor and unfathomable loss helped him win former President Donald Trump’s support is connected to right-wing extremists. Republican Joe Kent has openly displayed ties to far-right and extremist organizations since announcing his primary challenge to Republican Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler in Washington state. That includes groups that have drawn law enforcement scrutiny over their involvement in the Jan. 6. insurrection. Kent’s campaign says he rejects racism and bigotry. Taken broadly, Kent’s recent relationships and activities reinforce concerns about the GOP’s ties to extremist groups

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