Gregory Meeks actually said...

This has to be done on a multilateral basis, and that is what I and my team are doing, working on every day.

I cherish you as a friend and as a chairman and as a leader.

I value your friendship and leadership and know that you will remain engaged on these important issues in the future.

In my opinion, the Administration has failed to stand up to Russia, and the Trump Administration has, in fact, enabled Putin's belligerence.