John Thune actually said...

"However, the derailment in East Palestine serves as a stern reminder of the importance of this committee's vigilance."

"We need technical assistance from USDA to ensure the Department can implement the farm bill in accordance with congressional intent."

"I believe, is what the law was designed to do."

"I expect a lot of my colleagues, hopefully on both sides of the aisle, will be strictly holding this administration to account on."