Jeff Sessions actually said...

"I feel the tensions there very intensely. It's been said in--that the Defense Department--in and around the Defense Department, but each service is committed to maintaining personnel levels."

"I hope that you understand that you have to give us the straight facts, tell us what you believe, and, if there are problems, I'll--bring them forward to us, and I believe Congress will respond if in ..."

"I think Congress believes you're correct. But, I hope you will keep us informed on that, because some would suggest otherwise."

"It has been my experience that when U.S. forces have accompanied Iraqis... those units are more effective."