Karen Bass actually said...

"But today that excitement, anticipation and joy is being tested as South Sudan is engulfed in conflict."

"Most immediately we must work with the parties toward the success of the ongoing negotiations in Addis."

"The parties involved must understand this and look to the future of their country and to their responsibilities and leaders."

"I also want to thank our witnesses this afternoon and applaud them for their ongoing contribution to the U.S. leadership and robust global engagement in this field."