Bennie Thompson actually said...

I also ask unanimous consent that Representative Waters and Brownley be allowed to sit and question the witnesses.

Thompson requests permission for Waters and Brownley to participate in the hearing.

03/27/2014

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I am pleased to see the subcommittee examining the security of our maritime borders as well.

I hope we can have a frank discussion about these cuts and what they mean operationally for the Coast Guard and CBP.

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We owe it to taxpayers to ensure that these funds are appropriately used, fully accounted for, and auditable.