Ed Markey actually said...

"It is imperative that we receive testimony from the top executives at these companies as this Committee evaluates the findings and recommendations in the government's report."

"I want to reiterate what Congressman Markey said. There has never been a program like the Gulf Coast Claims Facility."

"I commend the President for using his authority under existing laws to ensure the health of our oceans, given the opposition of the Majority."

"I have asked the Administration for the specific statutory authority that allows the President, by Executive Order, to create Regional Planning Bodies"