Robert Menendez actually said...

"Corruption remains a problem in Malawi. President Mutharika has stated that his administration will have zero tolerance for corruption."

"We must take advantage of the opportunity to deepen our engagement with the people of Malawi."

"We are watching the pre-electoral environment closely, and we continue to stress the importance of freedom of expression throughout."

"Accountability for security force abuses, including unlawful killings, remains a problem in Madagascar."