I think an area of research that we really need more of is understanding those risks, how do we gather the best available data and study different responses to those risks.

We can't have the fox watching the hen house any longer. And this bill at least takes a step toward transparency.

I actually proposed two amendments in the appropriations bill in 2017 to revoke Mr. Kushner's security clearance because he repeatedly violated the rules.

I think you referenced that in your opening remarks. There is really no transparency and a risk of compromising our national security.

I appreciate the opportunity to speak at this hearing about the importance of need for federal funding to research gun violence.

I want to start this morning by recognizing my constituents from Parkland who are in the hearing room today.

We are going to pass background checks because it is supported by over 90 percent of the American people, and it can help save a life.

I just wanted to set the record straight on one discussion.

It is important that we get those facts straight.

That is also incorrect.

The number of civilian casualties is alarming, to say the least.

I am grateful to you for moving quickly to give this committee the opportunity to advance debate on U.S. involvement in the Yemen conflict.

For too long this Congress has abdicated its role in foreign policy.

I fear that the United States, through our coalition support, may be furthering the suffering and helping to perpetuate a conflict that has no military solution.

It is just a frustrating thing again and a repeat of kind of a Groundhog Day.

They don't owe us their service and advocacy. They don't owe us anything. Congress failed them.

If only one life is saved, that is enough for me. It darned well ought to be enough for every single Member of this Congress.

I am not only here to speak about school shootings, I am here to speak for the urban communities who have been speaking out about this way before February 14th.