Patrick Leahy actually said...

"I am proud that my own State of Vermont recently passed a comprehensive anti-trafficking law that includes criminal penalties, prevention programs, and services for human trafficking victims."

"Traffickers prey on the most vulnerable members of society, and no country is immune."

"Well, thank you. And, incidentally, Mr. Baker, I think the House of Representatives would find it very difficult to accept the mandatory minimum, and certainly I do not intend to include it in the bil..."

"I would note that we have been working with Chairman Leahy, Ranking Member Grassley, and their staffs on a common solution to address this issue."