Grace Meng actually said...

"If people are afraid because of their immigration status, to talk to the census counter, then we're not going to get an accurate number."

"Absolutely, yes."

"It's not in our interest for drug traffickers, terrorists, murderers, people interested in fomenting instability and destroying democracy, to have guns."

"I just wanted to follow up on my colleague Mr. Morelle's questions and express appreciation."