Jay Obernolte actually said...

But in my opinion, that's not why we're here. We're here discussing whether or not the Administration has the legal authority to impose that rule, absent clear authorization from Congress.

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Obernolte emphasizes the focus on legal authority rather than the rule's wisdom.

09/19/2023

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