Barack Obama actually said...

"My work and the U.S. Government's work with these two individuals has been absolutely critical not only to maintaining stability in the region, but also protecting the American people."

"Thank you so much for your presence here today and for your longstanding friendship."

"We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the derailment aboard Amtrak Train 188."

"We are continuing to build that relationship during a very challenging time."