Richard Blumenthal actually said...

"ATF, as you know, has a strong history of responding to high-profile incidents and investigations, as you did in Sandy Hook."

"I think we have some general challenges with state of good repair, and I think rail is one of them."

"I would like a commitment from you that you will prioritize investments in infrastructure and safety measures for all of our railroad lines but most especially in the Northeast Corridor."

"I hope that you will do whatever you can--I know it is an independent board--to assure that we know what the results are."