If Amtrak continues its Soviet-style operations, whether it is to Meridian, Mississippi, or to New York, Boston, and Washington, you will continue to lose money.

Oh, it is not a false choice. These are choices I have to make.

I mean, this just the other day. I am telling you, we have a Soviet style train operation.

When are we prepared to open up the Amtrak monopoly on passenger rail service and let the private sector compete?

Mica: TSA `Cooked the Books' To Inflate Screening Costs

I have absolutely had it with the officials who refuse to appear before our committee.

I want a report back from one or both of you on what is going on, what kind of equipment is being purchased.

I want it verified and documented exactly what you are doing.

How many individuals were apprehended last year, Mr. Homan, maybe you have already told the subcommittee, crossing the borders illegally?

How many were incarcerated in the United States last year at any time? Would that be all of them? Is there a population of illegals in our prisons?

This is why it is difficult to conduct this hearing without someone responsible from DHS who can answer these questions.