Mike Rogers actually said...

"That confusion could be hurtful not only to our allies, but it emboldens our adversaries as well."

"The only way we're going to lead that solution is if we are there following through with our commitments to again to our allies in the region."

"I want to thank the witnesses for being here today and for your service to our Nation."

"Well, I just want everybody to remember: Our allies were shaken when this was openly discussed in the past, and we don't need to be concerning them again with these kind of discussions."