"The House has the power of the purse, and to a degree the power of the purse dictates action in our government."
"The concerns I know with this is the concerns I have are supply chain."
"How do you get to be energy independent when the components of EV today are all controlled by China?"
"We seek energy independence. We seek energy dominance, so we are not held hostage by foreign entities."
"I would just like a pledge from you because I know you are sensitive to the Nations and discriminatory policy over time."
"I want to thank you for your service. As a former Secretary, I understand how difficult your task is."
"How are you going to figure this out?"
"What are we going to do when they are end of lifecycle?"
"It is not an easy job, and I commend you for taking it on board."
"How are you going to be independent if China produces the very components that make up EV?"
"Well, I would suggest that, Mr. Secretary, that you read those two documents."