Patty Murray actually said...

"I deeply believe--and I have had the privilege of making this statement to another committee as well--that Xavier Becerra is the right candidate to lead the Department of Health and Human Services at ..."

"I had many complaints about Russ Vought as Director of OMB; chief among them was the complete lack of engagement and leadership shown by him at OMB during the coronavirus pandemic."

"I think she is an excellent choice for this role, and I was thrilled when then-President-elect Biden announced her as his nominee to lead the Office of Management and Budget."

"I know she will also bring a high level of energy and engagement to the role of Director that has been sorely missing."