Chuck Schumer actually said...

"Because it is a real impediment. Thank you. I am confident that if you work with Amtrak, you can."

"Is there something you can do to expedite commercial traffic to the U.S. from Canada, such as pre-screening commercial vehicles on the bridges?"

"Will you commit to working your Canadian counterparts to see that all commercial trucks bound for the U.S. get pre-cleared in Canada?"

"All right. Batting two for two. Wish you were playing for the Yankees against the Red Sox this weekend."