"the President submitted a budget, on political assumptions in terms of what is going to pass, in terms of taxes, that are a fantasy."
"I would strongly urge the administration to remain in close communication with this committee about plans for the use of funds."
"This is an important hearing, and I believe we all owe the thousands of U.S. personnel a debt of gratitude for combatting the deadliest Ebola outbreak the world has ever seen."
"We commend the U.S. military and government agencies who have responded to this crisis, but we must ensure that there has not been unnecessary duplication of effort."
"While we were not alone in responding--and I hope we can discuss the important contributions of the global community and the affected countries themselves--USAID, CDC, and the Department of Defense ir..."
"Clearly, the international warning system for disease outbreaks failed the people of Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea."
"I have been concerned that, while we have stemmed the tide, some may think that the outbreak is over."
"I am also very concerned about any new funding for the Palestinian Authority, given President Abbas's unilateral actions."
"You have said repeatedly that no deal is better than a bad deal."
"Do you really see any evidence that the regime is seriously interested in giving up its nuclear program and working with the international community?"
"We somehow have failed here, and I would be interested in having a serious discussion."