Katie Porter: “I think that shows a disrespect for the American people and for the process of democracy.”

I want to have a pleasant, positive conversation … And if every question, you’re going to make up a follow-up question, then we’re never going to get there.

I’m taking responsibility for this situation, and I’m also not going to back down from fighting back for California, from being tough.

I absolutely understand that I could have been better in those moments.

I don’t want this all on camera.