"Republicans are disgusted with a consumer advocate, looking out for the public’s interest, but impressed with financial industry criminals who nearly destroyed the global economy (and who direct generous contributions to the GOP’s coffers). Sanity dictates that Warren is a hero, which leads Republicans to treat her like a villain.

"But it’s not just the bizarre and twisted GOP priorities that offend; it’s also the classless and rude manner in which Republicans conduct themselves...."

An analysis by Steven Benen of what's going on with Elizabeth Warren's House Oversight Committee hearing.