Chuck Grassley actually said...

"The board has broad jurisdiction to review actions the executive branch takes to protect the Nation from terrorism, ensuring that the need for such action is balanced with the need to protect privacy ..."

"Lest we forget that we were spared an attack on Christmas Day 2009 because the would-be bomber could not ignite the explosives."

"I think you have answered my question. Let me go on to another question."

"This is a very troubling matter that warrants more attention than it has gotten."