John Ensign: “The system in Washington, and in most other parts of the country, is not working.”

Previously, he announced he wouldn't seek re-election in 2012 following revelations he had an affair with an aide's wife.

This is a very important hearing today and I want to thank all of our witnesses who have taken the time out of their schedules to testify.

It is much easier to get re-elected when you are giving money away, basically.

S. Res. 85 received the same amount of consideration that a bill to name a post office has. This legislation was hotlined.