Hal Rogers actually said...

"Congress has the power of the purse. It has the gravitas and it has the onus and the impetus to act justly for America's stolen children."

"I do work closely with Members of Congress. In my own case to bring my--I did work closely with Members of Congress in my own case, Senator Rand Paul and especially my beloved senator, Minority Leader..."

"It's time for resolute action by our government to bring these children home."

"It was very clear, Mr. Chairman, to people on two continents that this Kentucky delegation was serious about its constituent's well being and her need to be home."