Lamar Alexander actually said...

"I believe Yucca should be a part of the solution to the nuclear waste stalemate."

"We need to solve this problem. This has been a priority, especially of Senator Feinstein, but with my equally strong support over the last several years."

"A key pillar of our national defense is a strong nuclear deterrent."

"Last year the Secretary told the subcommittee that the Department of Energy has the authority to take title to used nuclear fuel."