Bob Corker actually said...

"It is my strong desire that the person who fills this position is equally as independent and has the ability to share with us."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for having this hearing. I want to thank Mr. Blinken for his service to our country and his willingness to serve in this capacity."

"But if you suspend sanctions, which you can do, certainly the permanent lifting we have to vote on."

"It is very frustrating to get up every morning and to read the newspapers and to see what Russia is doing inside Ukraine."