But the notion, unless you've written into the law in terms of your statutory expectations, there is great flexibility there. And Much of, I think, quite frankly, the fake news this year has been the extent to which we are pursuing our flexibilities under the law to make sure that funding is aligned with our priorities. Let me try it this way, Director. It's plainly true that you're exercising your authorities to the maximum extent of the law. (10:07–10:20)
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