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Former Republican Amash Exploring Presidential Run

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   U.S. Congressman Justin Amash says he is exploring a presidential run
   as a Libertarian Party candidate.

   He announced his plans Tuesday, saying the country is ready for a
   president who brings people together and restores respect for the
   Constitution.

   Amash drew attention last July when he left the Republican Party to
   become an independent, citing a dissatisfaction with the state of
   partisan politics.

   He has also been a critic of President Donald Trump and joined
   Democrats in voting for Trump's impeachment.

   The Libertarian Party welcomedAmash'sinterest and said it anticipates a
   "robust debate" among several candidates.

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