Chris Coons actually said...

"I think this is a very important topic, and in reading the briefing materials beforehand was reminded of just the challenges that both our troops in the field face and that civilians face in theater."

"Is my perception that these borders, broadly, are highly porous and poorly policed correct?"

"If I might, Ms. McGrath, you had spoken previously that the Department of Defense was working to achieve some cost savings through the streamlining of its processes."

"I am glad to join you in today's hearing and look forward to working with you in what time I have left on this Committee."