Jim Risch actually said...

"I have had the same challenge as I have dealt with some of our European friends to explain to them about the branches of government."

"Are either one of you aware, or has it been suggested to either one of you, or have you seen any evidence of any kind that any U.S. person was involved in this scheme?"

"This Committee will always have your backs."

"Failure is not an option, is not a platitude here."