I think that the gentleman should be commended and complimented on working with us to finally get the language that was the real intent of the amendment, and that what it does is requires a report to Congress on specific items. It does not specify detainees to be transferred or any change such as that. So seeking information, I think, is basic to what we do as a country and what we do as a Congress. And I thank the gentleman very much for working with us to clarify this amendment, and appreciate you yielding.
Charles Skelton: “I think that the gentleman should be commended and complimented on working with us to finally get the language that was…”
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Commending a colleague for clarifying an amendment related to reporting requirements to Congress.
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