Tom Udall actually said...

"I have a hard time, as I've said, understanding why OMB would propose cutting a program that aims to reduce the severity of fires by removing the fuel source."

"I will also be on the doorstep of the Air Force if this doesn't happen as quickly as it needs to happen."

"I think you've seen a number of letters from Governors and many participant State land commissioners, and others trying to urge you to find a way, and let's try to make sure that in our rural counties..."

"I'm just very worried about the funding in our rural communities."