John Cornyn actually said...

"The recent killing of five American soldiers served as a chilling reminder that security in Iraq remains fragile."

"The ongoing Iranian meddling in Iraqi affairs is very concerning."

"Mr. Panetta, in your written responses to the advance policy questions, you note that 'U.S. strategic interests in Pakistan encompass both our relationship with Pakistan itself and Pakistan's role in ..."

"Mr. Panetta, how much additional Federal funding does the CIA anticipate needing to spend on this?"