Mike Gallagher actually said...

"We examined that in depth. Ultimately, I don't think so."

"I think of it as a necessary, but insufficient recommendation. It is part of a broader suite of recommendations."

"Making the role Senate-confirmed, in other words, would provide greater permanence by institutionalizing the position's existence."

"Ultimately, we decided that the Federal Government would be better equipped by strengthening existing department and agency efforts in cybersecurity."