That’s because he IS desperate, as well as delusional!
It's a sign that he's fighting, but it's that side that fights without a good end game.
Unfortunate. I just hope he doesn't wear out his reputation. For the most part (TPP, Corker, *cough*) he's been a pretty good senator, I don't want him to be looked at as a crooked pol who just says anything for political advantage. I'd like him to return to the senate with some clout.