John Thune actually said...

"Thank you so much for your great service to our country and your willingness to take on these important positions of responsibility."

"I was compelled, as many of my colleagues here were, to vote against the emergency supplemental when it left the Senate."

"I think that you would bring an important perspective to TSA when it comes to strengthening security for the traveling public."

"One of the biggest challenges TSA faces is complacency from the general public and a lack of understanding when it comes to screening protocols."