Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"Thank you, Senator Blumenthal, for the question."

"I believe the integrity of a judge is, in fact, the cornerstone of our judicial system."

"I want to join in expressing my appreciation for the work that you do on whistleblowers, really a profoundly important cause."

"Do you have a view as to what the division of responsibility should be between the United States Attorneys and the Department of Justice?"