Janet Yellen actually said...

"I said that we were monitoring it and that it could have consequences with the United States."

"Only Congress can determine whether it is appropriate to amend Federal law in this area."

"the outlook for the U.S. economy is favorable, its biggest threat is a weak global economy dragging down manufacturing and net exports."

"the downturn probably accelerated those trends that perhaps relate to globalization and technological change that are demanding increased skill"