This is the longest time that Houseman has been out of session. That's not in a regular August session. This is the longest time it's taken for someone to be sworn in. And It all happens to coincide with the fact that she's going to be the deciding vote on the discharge. I know why you're upset. I know why you're upset. You get a lot of heat because the government is closed down and you guys made the decision. Actually. (02:47–02:51)
CLAIM
Asserts that the delay in swearing in is related to the member's potential vote on a discharge petition.
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