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On the recordNovember 19, 2014
This displayed a troubling lack of respect for the constitution, the separation of powers, and the Senate's constitutional role to advice and consent.
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Lamar Alexander
Republican · Tennessee

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Alexander criticizes the unconstitutional appointments made by Block and Griffin.

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