mattis where he has the ability to speak out. the two-page letter a lot of people made a big deal about. there was only a few word of one sentence where he said the president should have a secretary of defense more align with this views. i agree with that sentiment. but people are making out this two page letter, it's just two pages of criticizing a president and administration. that's not the way i took it. i don't believe james mattis as a civilian will be looking to boost his twitter following to millions of people and become famous on monetizing his position as secretary of defense at the expense of and trying to overthrow this president. i don't see that path forward for this general. arthel: i understand that. i think it concern or question here to you, congressman. your reaction how you see it as