The U.S. constitution was written where the Senate would have advice. Our job is advice and consent for the president for positions like U.S. attorneys for judges. And When President Trump tries to subvert that process, it undermines the Constitution and it undermines the constitutional rights of every citizen who has voted for for their local electeds to be part of that process. No, I don't think so. Speaking about President Trump, he's talked about sending the National Guard into New York City, similar to what we've seen in Washington, D.C. do you … (09:57–10:09)
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Asserts that President Trump subverting the Senate's advice and consent process undermines the Constitution and citizens' rights.
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