Bill Keating actually said...

"We must support the Belarusian people as they assert their right to chart their own destiny."

"However, we must ensure these restrictions on civil and political rights are not abused by the governments looking to consolidate power."

"We are all watching with great concern the government's actions and with the support of the Belarusian people."

"As for Russia, the United States must ensure there is no question in Vladimir Putin's mind that a Russian military invasion of Belarus would be met with severe consequence."