Chuck Grassley actually said...

You have admitted to poor judgment in your handling of this case.

I have been an advocate for whistleblowers because I value candid, unfiltered information they provide to Congress.

I think the False Claims Act... has been a very, very important tool for us to root out fraudulent use of taxpayers' money.

I have no personal problem with a pardon, but that you expected a howl from the Southern District.