Jon Tester actually said...

"It is abundantly clear to the American people that the Federal Government is failing to properly vet the individuals who are granted access to our Nation's most sensitive information and secure facili..."

"I will take that as a compliment."

"In your opinion, is that adequate? Are we making sure that security clearances are going to those who absolutely need that access to that information to be able to do their jobs?"

"this will only get fixed if we work together, and I mean between branches on this and with the private sector."