Ben Cardin actually said...

"MCC can and has suspended or terminated assistance to countries that have failed to maintain their commitment to good governance and, if confirmed, I will ensure that MCC continues to do so."

"I believe particularly in an agency like the MCC it leads to better decision-making and, if confirmed, I would seek to grow the agency's diversity."

"If confirmed, I will seek to maintain and further strengthen MCC's commitment to partnering only with countries committed to just and democratic governance and to controlling corruption."

"Yes, I will most certainly inform Congress."