Ben Cardin actually said...

I do believe that the United States has been a leader in maritime security issues.

These activities are contrary to China's own, to their very own past pledges and are possibly violations of international law.

Unilateral action by China caused a major problem at the time that could have escalated even more than it did.

the more fundamental point is that China has already made a commitment; made a commitment to avoid and refrain from provocative actions that...