In this case, because the appointments process is clearly broken, he did so through a recess appointment.

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This was the first time I was told I needed an appointment to get warranty service for a broken phone.

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Ashton welcomed Richards' Premier League appointment last week, as a solution to the conflict that has broken out behind the scenes at the club.

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