Barack Obama actually said...

"I know they will serve the American people well."

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"By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order as follows: Executive Order 13764—Amending the Civil Service Rules."

"I am proud that such experienced and committed individuals have agreed to serve the American people in these important roles."