Bennie Thompson actually said...

"I am writing to express my continued commitment to examining the Russian government's interference in the 2016 elections."

"It is important to note for the record that committee Democrats have been requesting official oversight activities on election security since before the 2016 election."

"Securing our elections is part and parcel to securing our Democracy."

"I hope we can continue to work together to ensure that our committee will see this issue as a homeland security priority."