Robert Menendez actually said...

"At a time that Turkey is becoming, from my perspective more belligerent in the region..."

"This behavior fuels an ultra-nationalist, xenophobic climate that ultimately serves Vladimir Putin's agenda to undermine democracy in Europe."

"I hope that is what you are doing when you get the job."

"I would urge you, when you get there, that looking at China and its engagement in the region is incredibly important."