Ukraine situation, not the comen plea deal. is that clear that was the case? >> i don't think the two are mutually exclusive. i think it's possible they're both playing a role here. certainly when it comes to the relationship with russia, there have been times regularly where the administration has brought him into check and prevailed upon him to take certain actions. also with the cohen news, we have a sit waiting according to documents that were filed late last night. there is now a direct line drawn between the president's dealings and the russian government. against that backdrop, i think ...