Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

"I find that the facts do not appear to be such as to warrant further investigation in accordance with Section 3 (e) of said Act."

"The documentary requirements for aliens desiring to enter American possessions outside the United States, except the Philippine Islands, are to be prescribed by the competent authorities in such posse..."

"In cases of emergency the Secretary of State is authorized in his discretion to waive passport and visa requirements for a non-immigrant alien."

"I hereby prescribe the following documentary requirements for aliens desiring admission into the United States."