Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Without question, TSA's credentialing process deserves our attention but in a way that provides enhanced security, fosters efficiency and lessens, not increases, the burden placed on workers."

"These incidents that I mentioned to you are six. They are all allegations. But what is disturbing to me is that they occurred within just a 2-week period."

"I welcome our panel of witnesses to this hearing today."

"I am also pleased that today the subcommittee is examining the Department of Homeland Security's cooperation with State and local law enforcement."