Richard Blumenthal actually said...

Isn't there the very real danger... that the exception of the waiver would swallow the rule?

The lack of an effective remedy would encourage, in effect, disobeyance by the Congress.

I am going to adjourn this hearing and leave the record open for 1 week in case there are additional questions from any of the Senators.

even under existing authority, the FDA has the power to be more vigilant and vigorous in protecting the public.