Robert Menendez actually said...

"We look forward hearing from you as it gets finalized, as to what our assistance might be."

"This change really demonstrates the commitment from this government to transformational change in the areas of security and economic growth."

"I look forward to supporting your nomination and working with you in the days ahead."

"Cuba is violating the rights of an American, and it appears to be solely for trying to get leverage over America, which we will not tolerate."