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A top Clinton adviser this morning said that Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton is open to the possibility of loaning her campaign more money to continue in the race.

Terry McAuliffe, the Clinton campaign chairman, told Tim Russert on "Meet the Press"that he spoke to Clinton about the possibility of contributing more money and "she said that she would be willing to do it."However, McAuliffe insists, "We haven't needed it."

Russert pressed the issue, asking McAuliffe if the Clintons will be able to repay all debts after the campaign is over. "We plan on it," he replied.

The Clintons have contributed a sizeable amount to Hillary's campaign, loaning $6.4 million in just the last few weeks. The total amount loaned is estimated to be around $11 million, with the campaign $20 million in debt.

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