Russ Feingold actually said...
the implication of Senator Feingold's September 15 letter to the President is that policy officers of the executive branch, especially those in executive positions, who have never been appointed with the advice and consent of the Senate, may hold positions, which are not consistent with the Appointments Clause of the Constitution.
Context
Feingold raises concerns about executive branch appointments without Senate approval.
09/14/2009