Jeanne Shaheen actually said...

"Isn't it the case that the longer we wait to get a long-term debt deal done, the more expensive and disruptive this process will be?"

"Well, obviously, I share Senator Ayotte and Senator King's concern."

"Secretary Carter, could you describe the anticipated affects sequestration would have on the contract management within DOD particularly regarding contract fees and penalties?"

"I am pleased to see that DOD was able to protect its investments in ship construction despite the difficult challenges imposed by sequestration."