was on the classic television they called "in search of," a science television series narrated by d moya, where he was featured for his nimoy,se -- by leonard where he was featured for his expertise. in addition to just being a minute late qualified, there is no one in america who is better qualified for this position than he is. democrats at republicans alike agree with that. i just want to add, in addition to being qualified, he is famous, he's fun, and he is entertaining. thank you, mr. chairman. [laughter] sen. thune: that is a pretty glowing endorsement. [laughter] thank you. i want to invite the nominees to and look forward to hearing your opening statements. if you can, confine them to as close to five minutes as possible. make sure your entire statements .re included as the record start on my left, you're right, ameier.. drog please proceed. >> thank you very much. honored beyond words to appear before you today as president trump's nominee. i am also pleased that my wife of 35 years, lisa, just behind me, that she could join me, along with lots of wonderful friends who have trul