Howard Griffith actually said...

"Today the subcommittee examines the concerns over federal oversights of labs working with dangerous viruses and bacteria for research needed to protect public health and national security."

"Well, that concludes this hearing. It was, hopefully, not too painful but we do want to make sure we keep the American public protected and we appreciate the work of the GAO in helping us with that an..."

"Isn't it true that the CDC signed a memorandum of understanding to avoid the conflict after the press and this committee raised concerns about CDC inspecting itself?"

"Making sure that Americans in need get the assistance they require, cannot and should not be a partisan matter."