I share the concern that capturing a high-level criminal drug trafficker does not automatically lead to any reduction in the amount of drugs flowing across the border.

This is, again, a very historic event in the war against the drug cartels.

I also would end by encouraging them to work with us on extradition.

Time is of the essence. The cartels are gaining significant authority within some areas in Mexico.

The response time of your officers responding to the threat in less than 5 minutes is to be commended.

It is critical that the agencies responsible for protecting our airports are doing all that they can to keep passengers and employees safe.

I must say I am very, very proud of the Los Angeles airport police, Ms. Lindsey, your efforts with the airport, and, Mr. Pistole, what you've done with TSA to make this place a safer airport.

Thank you to our TSA Officers out there who I think day in and day out under very difficult circumstances protect the traveling public from threats.

I know we can never undo what has been done, but we want to make you whole again as much as we possibly can.

I think it is important that the general public be aware of what you have done even before this incident.

Thank you for your leadership in holding this hearing. To Maxine Waters, thanks for hosting us in your fine district.