Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Let me be clear. Whatever we do in bringing the work force back, it should be with the advice and guidance of the medical experts."

"Wearing a mask is not a sign of weakness. It means that you understand the challenges that you are confronted with."

"Time and time again, we see him fail to take the advice of medical professionals seriously."

"But it is not safe. Pushing Federal workers to resume operations without taking measured precautions needlessly puts them at risk."