He didn't comment specifically on the Augusta, Ga.

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"It became clear that, while he still had the title, he didn't have responsibility, " says Tsao, whose company is based in Atlanta, Ga.

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Rep. John Linder (R-Ga.) called it an innocent mistake, but even some Republicans aren't so sure.

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