Tom Udall actually said...

"Will you commit to heeding this subcommittee's direction on staffing changes, including potential office closures or moves and major staff reductions, instead of prejudging congressional action?"

"These cuts are not an attempt to rein in spending; they are intentional steps to undermine science and ignore environmental and public health realities."

"I would urge you on the available science and data to act quickly."

"the budget request before us today is downright offensive."