however, we do now have this as something we have to deal with. it came up today when senator chuck grassley and his committee were interviewing members of the incoming president's team and members of the current government. let's listen to chuck grassley asking about these new reports. >> sure. >> well, of course. if what you described is accurate, i don't question that it is accurate, but if it is accurate, yes. i think the best thing we can do is in the area of sanctions. >> what do you make of this whole thing, rick?