Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez actually said...

His refusal to appear here today casts doubt on how seriously the Coast Guard is taking the disturbing findings of the Inspector General and...

So, this is not just in a matter limited to Lieutenant Commander Young-McLear's experience. This seems to be something of a pattern and that...

I would like to thank Lieutenant Commander Young-McLear for her service to our Nation and her bravery in speaking out and being here with us...

So, this is the first time that the commandant has refused to attend a congressional hearing.