"Chaffetz vented that it was an embarrassment for both the Democrats and Republicans, stating, 'They didn't ask him hard questions. It's not this good old boys club!'"
"Chaffetz pointed out the lack of accountability in the Secret Service, saying, 'The president of the United States was shot and there isn't one person in the Secret Service demoted or fired.'"
"Chaffetz criticized the questioning during the hearing, stating, 'What are you going to do to protect the president of the United States?' Didn't ask him that question."
"Sen. Rand Paul confronted Mullin, expressing concern over his temperament, saying, 'I was not sure it was wise to have someone with anger issues running DHS.'"
Jason Chaffetz expressed disappointment in the Senate confirmation hearing for Markwayne Mullin, criticizing both Democrats and Republicans for asking soft questions. He emphasized the importance of tough inquiries, particularly regarding the protection of the president following a shooting incident. Chaffetz highlighted the lack of accountability within the Secret Service and questioned why no one was demoted or fired. He noted some moments of tension, such as Sen. Rand Paul's confrontation with Mullin over past comments, but overall found the questioning inadequate for such a critical position.
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