implications for the trump administration when you look at this story? >> so i think the bigger point here is that here is somebody w who, their state department bio was vetted and approved by the state department. they received a security clearance from the fbi and the state department, and we've heard from both democrats and republicans that the vetting that goes on at the white house for political appointees, as you know, and you have reported on has been sloppy. i think this definitely shines a light on the vetting process that goes on for foez appointees. >> certainly does. laura strictler, thank you for your report. thank you for watching this hour of msnbc live. right now more news with my friend and colleague craig melvin. >> kristen welker, haven't seen you since the debate. fine work. >> thank you. it was an honor to do it. >> we'll see you tomorrow. >> have a good thanksgiving. >> craig melvin at msnbc