Sarah Sanders actually said...

"The president has made contact and -- with all of the families that have been presented to him through the White House military office."

"if you want to get into a debate against a four-star marine general, I think that's something highly inappropriate."

"Of course, everyone can be questioned but after witnessing General Kelly's heartfelt and somber account we should all be able to agree that impugning his credibility on how best to honor fallen heroes..."

"I'm not sure the last time they spoke. But our understanding is that those comments were not directed towards the president."