'At least he's not a cat'
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There was another unfortunate Zoom moment today during the House Financial Services virtual call.
Video Transcript
MAXINE WATERS: The gentleman is recognized for five minutes.
TOM EMMER: Thank you, Madam Chair. I move to strike the last one, obviously. Today's gig economy sprung up from the last recession. It offers a job to anyone who wants one. During COVID-19, we must make sure that our nation's sole proprietors and the smallest of small businesses receive timely [INAUDIBLE].
MAXINE WATERS: Will the gentleman suspend? I'm sorry. Mr Emmer?
TOM EMMER: Yes.
MAXINE WATERS: Are you OK?
TOM EMMER: I am.
[LAUGHTER]
- You're upside down, Tom.
TOM EMMER: I don't know how to fix that.
- Can somebody turn right side up?
MAXINE WATERS: Would someone assist Mr. Emmer and get him right side up?
TOM EMMER: What's that?
- Like a cat.
TOM EMMER: Yeah, Madam Chair--
- [INAUDIBLE]
TOM EMMER: Is this a metaphor?
MAXINE WATERS: I don't know, but he's upside down.
TOM EMMER: I don't know how to fix it.
- It's a good [INAUDIBLE].
MAXINE WATERS: And FYI, [INAUDIBLE]--
- Maybe you can stand on your head.
MAXINE WATERS: --as well.
[LAUGHTER]
OK, the--
TOM EMMER: I appreciate your patience, Madam Chair.
- At least he's not a cat.
TOM EMMER: What's that?
- You're going viral, Tom.
- This is a cat's--
- At least he's not a cat.
