Ted Cruz actually said...

"Thank you for your service to our Nation particularly at this time of great challenges abroad and rising perils."

"your commitment to rebuilding our military capability to keep this Nation safe, to restore our readiness, and make sure we are in a position to defeat our enemies and to defend the Homeland."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman."

"Last week, I had the opportunity to fly an F-35 simulator, and I will say the technology on the plane is remarkable."