But I do want to make this point, that we have created an atmosphere where a mistake could be catastrophic.

Probably the worst example, in my opinion, is the Department of Homeland Security.

Getting them back on patrol should be our top priority.

When we had the surge at the border of unaccompanied minors, they carry a gun, but they were changing diapers.

I think there are two steps to this process, and the first step is the low-hanging fruit, where we could all sit down, across the ideological spectrum, and say, 'This is crazy.'

I think in the last 2 weeks, we have seen no greater examples of the critical need for a trained, experienced, compassionate, and empathetic Federal workforce.

It's crucial that we listen to the voices of those we serve.

I rise today to honor the new Miss America. That is Cara Mund, a former intern in my office up until the end of last year. Last night she made history and became the first Miss North Dakota to win the title of Miss America. My wife Mikey…

I think it is really critically important that we all work together to make sure that people who are doing flood recovery are--that is the beginning of the step of the next resiliency step in preparedness.

It is hardly a time to retract preparedness.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

I want to begin by saying that our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Texas, Florida, the Caribbean, Louisiana, and elsewhere who are currently recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

I am obviously very concerned about the President's budget, the Administration's budget.

We write to thank you for your direct response to our letter of September 8, 2017 calling for direct action.

building this coalition and building this sanctions regime is absolutely critical

Time is money. And as a result, money is short.

Just very quickly, I wanted to make sure that I stopped in to impress upon everyone here that we are serious about this process.

I think we have got some real challenges in taking a look at how we provide a real remedy to consumers in this situation.