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later on today, the Senate will move to a vote to advance the nomination of Ajit Pai to become Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission. I rise today in strong, enthusiastic support for confirming Chairman Pai as the permanent…
I have 6 requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the following…
Recent news reminds us that Russia targeted voting infrastructure in at least 21 States last year in a direct attack on our democracy.
I am confident that there will be bipartisan support for your confirmation after this hearing.
In Admiral Gallaudet, President Trump made an excellent nomination for NOAA's deputy administrator.
He knows firsthand the devastation caused by Katrina and the importance of NOAA's mission to provide accurate information and warnings.
I also know that your family--like many Mississippians--lost your home during Hurricane Katrina, so you know the seriousness of NOAA's mission to provide accurate information and warnings.
President Trump has made an excellent nomination for NOAA Deputy Administrator.
It is my hope that he will continue to draw on this expertise during his time at NOAA.
Like ships, unmanned systems are vital capabilities for the twenty-first century navy.
Admiral Gallaudet is experienced and knowledgeable about oceans, coasts, and atmosphere having served 32 years in the Navy.
It is my hope you continue to draw on that expertise during your time at NOAA.
President Trump recognized the superb service of Admiral Gallaudet, and he has given NOAA the leader it needs at this opportune time.
I am confident that he will have bipartisan support for confirmation very, very soon.
The Obama administration planned to expand that program by 10 new foreign airports, but it is unclear whether President Trump has a desire in growing this security program.
Unfortunately, President Trump has made it clear that financial systems modernization is not a priority at DHS, leaving the fate of financial management systems modernization uncertain.
It goes without saying that knowing how funds are distributed and spent throughout the Department at any given moment is critical to ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent effectively and efficiently.
The new Trump travel ban is deeply troubling. Identifying--excuse me--indefinitely banning all citizens of certain countries from applying for visas to the United States is not only bad security policy, it is un-American.