Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Thank you, Madam Chair, and thank you, Ranking Member."

"This committee has conducted vigorous oversight of DHS's attempts to deploy security technology along our Nation's borders over the years--and with good reason."

"border security technology must be procured, deployed, and utilized in an appropriate, cost-effective manner."

"I continue to support using technology as a force-multiplier along our Nation's borders."