Sheldon Whitehouse actually said...

"I am honored to be in their company today and, again, very much appreciate your service."

"But they are supported by the science, they are supported by public health."

"But I just wanted to add a particular word of how immensely proud I am of what you have accomplished out of this tragedy."

"And what is the effect that has been shown to take place with children who are witnesses to domestic violence?"