Sen. Richard Blumenthal said Wednesday that he was against the confirmation of CIA Director Mike Pompeo as secretary of state.
"I think he sets a poor example in terms of American values,” Blumenthal, D-Conn., said on MSNBC's "Morning Joe."
"I will oppose that nomination. I believe that Director Pompeo has shown a disdain for diplomacy, putting military action at a higher priority. He has devalued religious tolerance and women’s reproductive rights and healthcare, not only in this country but around the world. I think he sets a poor example in terms of American values,” Blumenthal said.
The senator said in the interview he believed that other senators would not support Pompeo.
On Twitter Wednesday after his “Morning Joe” interview, Blumenthal offered more criticism of Pompeo.
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