Susan Collins actually said...

"The cartels' trafficking and the associated violence demand increased attention at the Department and across the Federal Government."

"We still have barriers to the sharing of absolutely vital information."

"The horrific bloodshed that has resulted in the deaths of thousands in Mexico is not constrained to the southern side of the border."

"I think if we are talking about ensuring high-quality, needed equipment, personnel, training, that having some sort of match... is absolutely essential."