John McCain actually said...

"I want to tell you for sure that until we get that independent assessment there should be no concrete plans made by the Secretary of Defense or DOD until we have a chance to examine an independent ass..."

"I want to thank Congress and the distinguished members of this committee, especially Senators Levin and McCain, for your continued support to our men and women in uniform."

"I want to congratulate you and Secretary McHugh on some of the acquisition changes that you've made."

"It's important that we continue to work very closely with the Iraqi Government, and they understand that, so they can close some of these seams that are starting to develop."