Cedric Richmond actually said...

"The puffer machines have become a legendary example of a broken process."

"Do you all view it as I view it, as a security concern if those uniforms are manufactured outside the United States?"

"Unfortunately, TSA has not always purchased the right goods or had the technical expertise to evaluate potential purchases."

"I want to first thank the witnesses here today. I appreciate their work to advance TSA's procurement system and their willingness to have an open dialogue on the contacting challenges facing TSA."