Antony Blinken actually said...

"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."

"The sanctions have worked exactly as designed. They have driven Iran to the negotiating table."