Robert Menendez actually said...

"Projects like this are critical for our mobility, our economic strength, particularly in our region, our security, and our safety."

"I think we all have the same goal in mind, and that is jobs for our families and markets for our businesses that together build a stronger American economy."

"I am glad to hear that. I know that you will have to run after me on that part, so I look forward to working with you on that issue."

"I think a barrier to trade is also the inability to enforce the provisions of our trade agreements, which I think have sadly not gone in the direction that I would like to see."