But it is a view that is in direct conflict with the policy positions of President Trump and this administration. I mean, you listen to his background, as you just described it. How did this get to the point where we're actually having a confirmation hearing for [Mr. Ghalib]? him? I don't know. I think this was largely a political decision. He was a Democrat mayor in Michigan who endorsed President Trump. (21:33)
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Questions the process leading to Mr. Ghalib's confirmation hearing despite his controversial background.
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