Susan Collins actually said...

"I truly do not understand, in light of DHS's own assessment that the terrorist threat is higher from the Northern Border and that there is significant criminal activity and smuggling of drugs, people,..."

"From my perspective, it just still seems prudent to temporarily, at least, elevate the threat level until the assessment is completed."

"Despite the killing of Osama bin Laden, we must never forget that the battle against Islamist extremism will continue."

"Border security is critical not only to prevent individuals from entering the United States illegally for whatever reason, but also to stop...those who are determined to harm us."