Deputy Asst. Sec. of State George Kent has started his testimony at today’s impeachment hearing. . .

"In supporting Ukraine's brave resistance to Russian aggression, we have a front-row seat to the Russian way of war in the 21st century, gaining priceless insights that contribute to our own security," Deputy Asst. Sec. of State George Kent says https://t.co/Tbcm4X2OaU pic.twitter.com/Iwx3J2CfsT — CBS Evening News (@CBSEveningNews) November 13, 2019

. . . and CNN’s Chris Cillizza can’t stop tweeting about his wardrobe:

Strong bowtie energy. — Chris Cillizza (@CillizzaCNN) November 13, 2019

Can’t stop, won’t stop:

Needs a monocle to complete the look https://t.co/CWaaps1TRA — Chris Cillizza (@CillizzaCNN) November 13, 2019

This is why he gets paid the big bucks:

"Yes, Mr. Kent, I'd like to start my questions here: Did you tie that bowtie yourself?" — Chris Cillizza (@CillizzaCNN) November 13, 2019

Well, this is off to great start.

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