Barack Obama actually said...

"He expressed his condolences. He also pledged to relentlessly pursue those who had a hand in her death."

"But I don't think it's accurate than to say that the United States government hasn't done everything that we could. We devoted enormous resources and always devote enormous resources to freeing captiv..."

"Well, first of all, my immediate reaction is heartbreak. You know, I've been in touch with Kayla's family. She was an outstanding young woman and a great spirit. And I think that spirit will live on. ..."

"The one thing that we have held to is a policy of not paying ransoms with an organization like ISIL."