On the recordMarch 30, 2017
Just the perception of a conflict of interest can be as bad as a conflict of interest. That's why I think the responsible thing to do for the chairman is to step aside.
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transcripts.cnn.comEric Swalwell: “Just the perception of a conflict of interest can be as bad as a conflict of interest. That's why I think the…”
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Swalwell discusses the implications of perceived conflicts of interest in the investigation led by Chairman Nunes.
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