July 31, 2007
Posted: July 31st, 2007 11:38 AM ET
WASHINGTON (CNN) – Virginia Senator John Warner was full of praise for Senator Hillary Clinton at Tuesday’s confirmation hearing for Joint Chiefs Chair nominee Mike Mullen – maybe a bit too much for her campaign backers. The funny moment occurred as senators questioned Admiral Mullen before the Armed Services Committee. Chairman Carl Levin, D-Michigan, asked the Democratic presidential hopeful if she would allow Warner to finish his line of questioning before she started. Clinton politely replied, “Absolutely.” Warner said, “Senator Clinton, may I thank you for that courtesy? You know, the many years that you’ve been on this committee, that’s the hallmark of your service. Courtesy and respect. And you’ve been a good strong working partner through the years.” Warner then deadpanned, “We don’t want to lose you.” To laughter, Levin then interrupted, “Your time is up, Senator Warner.” –CNN's Steve Brusk and Jim Barnett Filed under: Hillary Clinton Senate
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