Gregory Meeks actually said...

"I want to particularly thank and also commend all of you who worked to help not only our Afghan allies and partners, but also for being advocates for the rights and pathways of refugees and immigrants..."

"I appreciate and thank the Chairman for his intention to honor that practice and allow me the autonomy to use the minority budget to best meet the unique needs that come with being in the minority."

"In the post-9/11 era, diplomacy and development have regrettably not received the attention and resources they deserve. That must change."

"I thank you for this opportunity to appear before the Committee with Chairman McCaul in support of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs' budget request for the 118th Congress."