Chuck Schumer actually said...

I endorse him, without qualification, unequivocally, and with a great deal of pride that someone of his talent has been nominated.

I think our leadership on this is critical to our bona fides with respect to Iran, North Korea, and the rest of the world.

I was a critic then and I am a critic now.

I believe that your nomination, should you be approved, will end the rancid politicization at the Department.