John Cornyn: “Brian Birdwell, who's been nominated by President Trump to…”

“But Trump derangement syndrome is real, which means they won't cooperate with even the smallest courtesies that we used to extend to one another, recognizing that eventually the majority will get its way. Former State senator, Texas State Senator Brian Birdwell, who's been nominated by President Trump to be Assistant Secretary of War for Sustainment, is one of Texas finest sons and one of America's true heroes. On September 11, Brian was working at the Pentagon when American Airlines Flight 77 deliberately crashed by terrace into the building just yards from his office.” (00:55–01:08)

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