Richard Blumenthal actually said...

I want to thank them for remaining here. It is not always the case, as you know, that the head of an agency stays to hear panels afterward.

I agree with you completely, which is why I am so concerned about the affordability of the program

If we can't field the force, we can't send them into combat, and we can't protect our Nation.

I want to second all my colleagues in thanking each of you for your extraordinary service to our Nation over so many years.