Their lawyer was advised with regard to what the technical requirements were for preparing for this committee hearing. The decision was made by them not to comply with those requests and those requirements. It has made it very difficult for the staff and the interpreters for this committee, but I think we've been able to work with it.
We would ask that the witnesses speak slowly and clearly, as the interpreters require the ability to interpret the words that you speak.
Mr. Barrett, we'll—