Bob Corker actually said...

"I am going to state that they are a de facto nuclear state. That would be my position."

"Turkey has proven itself to be a strong ally and important partner to the United States."

"Innocent Americans also have been caught up in these repressive acts, including Andrew Brunson."

"His continued mistreatment speaks volumes and raises serious questions about whether or not it is safe to live in or even visit Turkey."