Senators have been given a flashcard with suggested phrases to use to avoid reporters

[Mossfern]

18. The issue is "seeking assisstance"

When I worked for a government agency where it was possible that an employee could be physically in danger, we were instructed to tell the threatening person that you needed something to help them - dial security and say "I need supplies"

We all thought that it was hilarious as often the phone went unanswered when we called security.
I'm retired now, but that reminded me of the "good old days."