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What was startling was Brennan's reaction. He responded with visible aggression, poking the challenger in the chest several times—a rare display of losing composure for someone with his background. This outburst was perceived by many as a sign of growing distress and perhaps fear. Brennan's demeanor afterward, appearing exhausted and older than his years, coupled with his disingenuous protests of innocence on MSNBC, painted a picture of a man under severe pressure.