Gerry Connolly actually said...

"The Biden Administration, indeed any administration, has a choice: negotiate for the release of detained Americans or let them rot in jail."

"The only logical alternative is smart diplomacy."

"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."