Robert Menendez actually said...

"The work that you are being asked to do, should you be confirmed, is of vital importance to the U.S. Government."

"I hope you look at it as a fiduciary to the American taxpayer, because right now I do not believe that we are being good fiduciaries to the American taxpayer."

"I'm going to support your nomination. That's not the issue."

"I am one of those who remains hopeful, while at the same time concerned about the future of Latin America."