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"Brushing aside the law that enshrines civilian control of the military – without discussion, in a massive must-pass funding bill – would set a terrible precedent."

At least you know what's in the bill, Nancy. Unlike 0bamacare. For example.

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"Brushing aside the law that enshrines civilian control of the military – without discussion, in a massive must-pass funding bill – would set a terrible precedent."

At least you know what's in the bill, Nancy. Unlike 0bamacare. For example.

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Nancy, civilian control of the military is enshrined in the Constitution... Wait, silly me, she's never read that document.

The bill complies with a legislative requirement. It ensures that both houses of Congress get to weigh in when the President (or President elect) nominates a retired military officer for Secretary of Defense. General Mattis has a very good reputation. More than enough to waive the requirement.

He will still have to get the Constitutionally mandated consent of the Senate by going through the confirmation process in the Senate next month. Again, since she has never read the Constitution, she does not know that.