Bennie Thompson actually said...

"As Members of Congress, we have an obligation to do everything in our power to protect our constituents."

"The Honorable Bennie G. Thompson, a Representative in Congress From the State of Mississippi, and Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security:"

"Government officials, at all levels, have a duty to protect Jewish individuals, communities, and institutions from anti-Semitic violence."

"The Government must prioritize understanding and combating these networks in order to prevent anti-Semitic and racist violence."