Ben Cardin actually said...

"We are the ones who pass the budget. President Trump can submit a budget, but we are the ones who pass the budgets. And we have a responsibility."

"But our refugee program is not only directly important for refugees, but it is a signal to the international community as to America's leadership."

"I will certainly be working with Senator Merkley and Senator Kaine and others on our committee."

"We need to know Mr. Trump's policies as it relates to Syria and ending the conflict in Syria in the national interests of the United States."