James Monroe actually said...

"I herewith transmit to that House a report from the Secretary of State, containing the information called for."

"Being always desirous to communicate to Congress, or to either House, all the information in the possession of the Executive respecting any important interest of our Union which may be communicated wi..."

"I have thought proper to communicate every document comprised within this call."

"It is, however, submitted to the Senate whether this is a case requiring their confirmation; and in case that such should be their opinion, it is submitted to them for their constitutional confirmatio..."