Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Putting the wall on the American taxpayers' credit card, knowing that Mexico has absolutely no intention of paying for it, will surely leave the American taxpayers stuck with the bill."

"Like the Muslim ban, President Trump's proposed border wall will do little to better secure America's borders, but will cost Americans billions."

"President Trump's words and actions related to the Southern Border and the government and people of Mexico have been counterproductive, to put it mildly."

"We look forward to working with you to ensure that that a hearing is scheduled soon to receive testimony from Departmental officials, national and homeland security experts and the private sector."