"Obviously, we are here because of the unconscionable backlogs that many of us are experiencing throughout the country."
"However, Houston's diverse economy and culture is greatly affected by these processing delays."
"Most of those, again, are impacted by policy decisions made by members all the way from the White House down on how people should be treated, and how they should be handled. Don't you agree?"
"I know there were some reports of that."
"Are pregnant women shackled?"
"I know I wouldn't be able to handle it."
"So did you see any children or anyone under 18 years old shackled in any way?"
"it's about striking a balance and making sure that we're thorough and that we look at everything."
"it's refreshing to hear some good dialogue about the important role of Congress and the role that we have in this process."
"the widening income inequality gap that we have been talking about."
"So what happens to the bottom? It is not as simple as haves and have nots."