making. the decision making is about whether this individual is qualified to lead that agency. wednesday s hearing will relitigate this bush era program. one of the issues that may get lost in the questioning is haspel s russia credentials. supporters say it should matter to democrats given the current climate, shep. shepard: thanks, catherine herridge. you re welcome. shepard: vladimir putin began his fourth term as president today. thousands packed in to watch him take the oath of office. the ceremony ran on state television. in his speech, he focused on domestic issues. he promised to pursue policies that would improve the economy and boost living standards. the russian economy has taken a hit due to sanctions. putin won recollection with 70% of the vote. the election was neither free or