Bennie Thompson actually said...

"The danger of a sudden release of hazardous chemical fumes caused by a terrorist attack is a nightmare scenario."

"I would first like to thank Chairman McCaul for convening this hearing."

"We are here today to discuss the integration of the Department of Homeland Security's (Department) management functions and examine whether there is room for improvement."

"Since that time, the Department has made efforts to build these disparate operations into one seamless system..."