Michael McCaul actually said...

"Our long-time alliance with Saudi Arabia is under the microscope now. That is long past due."

"Addressing root causes, empowering communities, insisting that our partners respect human rights, these are proven tools in the fight against extremism and terrorism."

"We must take a smarter approach that focuses on root causes and brings people to the negotiating table."

"To emphasize the importance of alliances, we need to make sure that we strengthen the alliances that we currently have..."