Gov. Robert Bentley took to the steps of the Capitol Friday to lay out his case directly to the people of Alabama.

Problem was, most couldn't hear him.

The governor a held a hastily called news conference this morning ahead of the planned release of a potentially damaging report from the attorney investigating House impeachment proceedings against the two-term Republican governor. The governor spoke behind a podium with only one microphone, airing the press conference in real time on Facebook Live. Reporters and photographers were on the scene but there was no time to mic the governor or set up sound equipment.

The result was most people watching the press conference online or via broadcast stations couldn't hear any more than the birds chirping in the background.

Social media wasn't kind.

"Why have a press conference where no one can hear you? What a reeking disaster," commenter Luke Slaton said.

"Broadcast fail," commenter Robby Myrick added.

The governor's office later released a video with adjusted audio. You can watch - and listen - below.

In his statement, Bentley apologized for his failings but said he has not violated the law.

"Once again, let me say to the people of the state how sorry I am," Bentley said. "There's no doubt I have let you down. All I ask is for you to continue to pray for me, and I will continue to pray for you."