Gerry Connolly actually said...

"President Biden has pursued this strategy, I think we believe appropriately."

"It is also crucial we ensure that the increase in ransom payments made by the U.S. Government does not incentivize hostile nations and groups, like Iran, to continue to kidnap American citizens."

"This is not ransom. This is not appeasement."

"The best way to guarantee Iran cannot obtain a nuclear weapon is through international negotiations, careful diplomacy, and a negotiated solution."