"That is exactly the issue because what may seem to be an isolated attack affecting one business in one State may, in fact, be part of a network of attacks on several different businesses."
"I think we need far more clarity in answering that question because it is going to be a lot easier for the business community if there is a single source to go to."
"ICE plays a vital role in coordinating interior enforcement to detain and remove those who have violated our immigration laws."
"Our Representatives in Congress need our help in resisting the financial and political power of the insurance lobby."
"I want to acknowledge that he was the first person to come to me when I was Chairman to point out problems with FEMA."
"This tension, however, is not unique to a large hurricane like Hurricane Katrina."
"This Committee's comprehensive investigation into the flawed response to Hurricane Katrina revealed fundamental problems with our nation's preparedness for catastrophic disasters."
"this should not be a political post. It should be a nonpartisan post that is filled by the most experienced individuals that we can find."
"I think we need to strike the right balance."
"I just want to wish our nominee well. I, too, am impressed with his background and responses this morning, and I look forward to working with him."
"I also think it speaks to a real problem within the Department that one agency is flagging so much fraud, and yet the agency that has to carry out the enforcement is only accepting 26 percent of the c..."
"I would hope that your role is not just as the operational manager, but I would hope that you are the primary adviser to the Secretary in this area."
"I intend to support the nominee."
"You have ably described what an important role this is, as well as the impressive background of Mr. Morton."
"The logical combination of all-hazards prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery underscores the need to keep FEMA within DHS."
"The Inspectors General are vital partners in our effort to identify inefficient, ineffective, and improper government programs."
"As General Skinner knows, we have worked very closely together on some of the FEMA reforms and the anti-waste, fraud, and abuse legislation for the Department of Homeland Security."
"It doesn't make sense to carve out investigators and auditors."
