Barack Obama actually said...

They have my full support, will report to me, and will have the full cooperation of my National Security Council staff and the organizations...

At root, this isn't just about our laws; this is about who we are as a people.

I will be looking for the board to provide me with objective, independent, and nonpartisan counsel as we work to strengthen our intelligence...

This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity.