And they write White House staff members should avoid even the mere appearance of interest or influence. And the easiest way to do so is to avoid discussing matters pending before the independent regulatory agencies. Now, There were a number of meetings that we uncovered in our investigation, emails going back and forth between yourself and members of the White House where clearly this open Internet ruling was being discussed and yet there was never a record made of those ex parte communications. I find that very troubling. Thank you. Thank you, Senator. Knowing this was in your report, I did go check the rules. (03:20–03:40)
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Asserts that meetings and emails discussing the open Internet ruling with the White House were not recorded as ex parte communications.
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