Mike McCaul

I do think that the American people and the families and the victims deserve that somebody in this Government be held accountable for what happened.

I think that is what should have happened in this case.

I think history will judge that as a correct assessment of what happened on that fateful day.

Congressman, he said 'Allahu Akbar,' '' God is great, the classic jihadist terminology.

These events, and others, should remind every American that we are a Nation under siege and must remain vigilant.

We should treat those who died and who were wounded as brave Americans and award each of them a Purple Heart medal.

I want to personally express my sympathy to those impacted by the terrorist attack at Fort Hood.

Sharing information rapidly is a major comparative advantage we have over terrorists.

It is critical when implementing trade policies that we ensure a level playing field.

I recognize the value of--legitimate law enforcement value of technology. I think as with technology, we have to balance privacy and security.

I hope this hearing gets their attention. I hope your testimony gets their attention to step up to the plate and do something about this.

What they don't want to see is sort of spying without any mission involved in the plan.

I think it should be limited to a specific instance or mission within a legitimate law enforcement purpose.

They have defied not only you but I think the will of this committee and the will of the American people.

How can we possibly know what they are doing?

I find that reprehensible.

It is incumbent upon the Department of Homeland Security... to engage on this issue and come forward with some leadership and provide that security and policy.

We have worked together very closely on getting these UAVs, military, DHS, down on the border, Southwest Border where they are very needed and very valuable in securing the border.

The Honorable Mike McCaul, Chairman, Oversight, Investigations, and Management Subcommittee

I do not mean to use this hearing as an opportunity to fear monger because as a former District Attorney, I do not believe that it's law enforcement's intent to employ these technologies in a harmful manner, but I am seriously concerned…

There is no Federal agency that is providing oversight in terms of that security aspect today; is that correct?

I think it is an eye opener.

I strongly disagree.

DHS's lack of attention about this issue is incomprehensible.

We are disappointed that DHS declined to testify here today.