Leon Panetta: “I think it's a failing of this President in terms of his ability to…”

On the recordDecember 10, 2018

I think it's a failing of this President in terms of his ability to really talk honestly to people.

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Panetta criticizes President Trump's communication regarding the chief of staff position and the transition process.

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Leon Panetta: “I think it's a failing of this President in terms of his ability to really talk honestly to people.”