Orrin Hatch: “See, that is what I am worried about, that if we do not watch this and if we do not have a fail-safe system.”

Having a confirmed Commissioner, and sustained leadership, will benefit the Social Security Administration.

It is disappointing the ranking member feels a need to question a statement that I made during the hearing.

The Finance Committee has worked with the Treasury Department to ensure proper responsiveness to committee inquiries. We are continuing to review these matters to determine what further oversight is required.

It has been one of the great honors of my life to serve on this committee.