Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"The Rosenstein letter really is a ludicrous pretense for this action."

"Connecticut has three significant ports--New London, New Haven, and Bridgeport--and I have been committed to improving them."

"I have been approached by some of the midshipmen and their families to ask about the consequences to their careers from this issue."

"Thanks to you and Senator Booker for having this hearing."