But I could not get any Republicans to support my amendment. I could not get any Republicans to help avert this disaster. And. And so This is something that is happening with the full blessing and support of the Republicans who are in charge in Congress. And did they give you any indication of why they didn't go along with your provision? You know, I had conversations after my failed amendment with a couple of Republicans who I had hoped. (01:41–01:49)
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