Jeff Merkley actually said...

The reassignment of John L. Lafferty, an experienced career manager, delivered a harsh message to USCIS staff.

Despite the legal right of Union officials to speak freely to Congress, the media and the public about matters that affect the morale.

His reassignment was intended to send a message, and that message was received.

[The MPP] process places on the applicants the highest burden of proof in civil proceedings in the lowest quality hearing available.