I think this is a dangerous precedent. I think Article 1 responsibilities and the role that is vested in this committee to do oversight and I'm a new member but I think this is really important not only for congressional integrity and congressional responsibilities and prerogatives for the American people. So I would pass that message along to those who are helping make those decisions. And with that, Mr. Chairman, I appreciate, appreciate the gentleman's comments. Mr. Elsey. (56:20–56:30)
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