He is blocking the staffing of the senior leadership at the Department of Defense. And this comes from a guy who raised his fist in solidarity with the insurrectionists. And this comes from a guy who before the Russian invasion suggested that maybe it would be wise for Zelenskyy to make a few concessions about Ukraine and their willingness to join NATO.
Brian Schatz: “He is blocking the staffing of the senior leadership at the Department of Defense. And this comes from a guy who raised…”
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Brian Schatz criticizes Josh Hawley for blocking Defense Department nominations and highlights his past actions regarding Ukraine and the insurrection.
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