Instead, Americans need an intelligence chief loyal to the facts, the intelligence, the security of the nation, not the political interests of one man. At a time of growing threats around the world, this nomination raises a fundamental [question]. Is the president looking for independent intelligence or political validation? His fiascos in foreign policy, most recently in Iran, show he doesn't listen to facts or intelligence. (01:17–01:24)
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Asserts that Pulte's nomination is concerning given global threats.
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