John Barrasso actually said...

"I would expect you and your Department to fully defend the lawsuits, defending your own action here."

"Well, your budget has been increased, and I don't think many people who are listening here believe that it's the companies who need these permits who are slow-walking the information back to you."

"I would strongly urge you to withdraw this disastrous and illegal proposal."

"will you commit to resuming oil and gas lease sales each and every quarter going forward, as required by law?"