Antony Blinken actually said...

"I think what is most likely to lead to a nuclear arms race in the region is Iran getting a nuclear weapon."

"We share your concerns... of Iran's actions in other areas. That is precisely why we are vigorously implementing sanctions."

"The concern that we would have is that if we are saying we are going to be suspending certain sanctions early on, and yet that is still subject to an initial vote by the Congress in some fashion, they..."

"I think it is absolutely vital that we remain in close consultation with you as the negotiations proceed."