I would like for you to tell me, and tell this Committee and the American people, that you understand the seriousness of the regulatory responsibilities that you have and that you will say no to anyone in the Administration, to political interests or the President himself if he is asking you to shortcut or to conduct regulatory procedures and processes that you believe are not consistent with the highest standards of the EPA Administrator.
Sessions emphasizes the importance of regulatory integrity and independence from political pressure.
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