Chuck Grassley actually said...

"Today's hearing is no less important because criminal acts committed by U.S. citizens and contractors abroad could threaten our foreign relations."

"Extending the long arm of American criminal law is an issue that should not be done without significant consideration and caution."

"To me, this practice is the equivalent of investigating a Federal district judge for misconduct every time the judge is reversed by an appeal to the circuit court."

"This kind of response is unacceptable."