John McCain actually said...

We must honor our responsibility to our Wounded Warriors, their families, and the families of the fallen who have sacrificed everything.

It's been a privilege to sit on this committee for 8 years and I've always appreciated its bipartisan tradition.

In all these areas and more, we face enormous and difficult decisions.

We all owe you a debt of gratitude for your outstanding service and your willingness to continue to serve in one of the most difficult jobs ...