Jon Tester: “We want to make sure that, again, we partner on those things to help them make sure they are hiring folks that are not…”

I would say two things. Number one this administration has totally blown the opportunity to make government more efficient by going in with a -- with a -- with a meat cleaver and just hack up agencies.

This is -- what's gone on the last two weeks or so, 10 days, has been nothing short of craziness.

I rise to congratulate Kate M. Kaufer, the fearless leader of my defense staff, on more than 20 years of distinguished Federal service and on her well-earned retirement. For the last 4 years, it has been a privilege of a lifetime to serve…

That's between me and a ballot box.