I think all members of Congress are very concerned about the fact that, while we want to see our law enforcement agencies have every means they can possibly have to combat terrorism, we've got to remember that we've had a Constitution in place for 225 years, and it has served us well.

I believe [filibustering judicial nominees] is in violation of the Constitution

When his nomination comes before the United States Senate, Timothy Batten can count on my strong support... He is the right person for the job.

First of all, I don't think that America is truly prepared for a biological or a chemical attack. However, we are moving in the right direction.

I think all members of Congress are very concerned about the fact that, while we want to see our law enforcement agencies have every means they can possibly have to combat terrorism, we've got to remember that we've had a Constitution in place for 225 years, and it has served us well.

It's not the function of Congress to do criminal investigations.

But the thing we do know is whatever it costs to save and protect American lives in this conflict, we're going to spend.