Barack Obama actually said...

"Saudi Arabia is a strong U.S. counterterrorism partner."

"We want to keep the door open to diplomacy, to a pathway of de-escalation."

"President Obama met with Pope Francis for the first time today. They spoke privately for about an hour at the Vatican after exchanging gifts."

"The Congress should act immediately to pass this extension, restoring a vital economic lifeline for hardworking American families."