Chuck Schumer actually said...

"I want to congratulate him on the assumption of the chairmanship, as well."

"Thank you. I really appreciate the courtesy."

"Your hard work, your dedication, what I believe is your sound judgment and timely decision making have been a driving force behind the recovery."

"Hey, being in the minority is not so bad, and being in the majority is not such a bowl of cherries, is it, Lamar?"