Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"The growing number... of mysterious drones... should be shot down."

"They should be shot down if necessary because they're flying over sensitive areas. Whether it's planes that may be jeopardized or security at military bases, we ought to do a much better job, the Bide..."

"This nomination is doomed."

"It's dangerous. The secretary of defense is involved in every issue of national security."