Mark Meadows actually said...

"You've got to prepare. You cannot rule consistently forever. It's impossible, and that's an issue that they understand."

"One party... dominates Ethiopia's political system. The media is often harassed. Basic freedoms are still restricted."

"the importance of an ongoing relationship with Ethiopia cannot be overstated."

"Ethiopia, as we've mentioned, is a de facto one-party country and you've noted in your--that the ruling party, you know, controls every aspect of government."