I think we have a choice as people who serve in the Senate and the House. We can do nothing, or we can try to find solutions that help drive our economy forward and address issues of climate.

I am going to tell you it is basically a centrist State.

Like many of my colleagues, I have been deeply disturbed by legal developments over the past few years.

I thank the gentleman and look forward to working more with the committee on this issue. I yield back the balance of my time.

Madam Chair, in lieu of offering my amendment at the desk, I rise to engage in a colloquy with the chairman. Madam Chairman, I rise to discuss with you the importance of our Nation's fisheries and, in particular, the survey of horseshoe…

Madam Chair, I move to strike the last word. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Delaware is recognized for 5 minutes.

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent to yield back all remaining time on both sides. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the nomination of Richard G. Frank…

Raising the profile on the wildlife poaching and trafficking crisis, and especially the transnational criminal nature of this economic and national security issue, can serve as a great mobilizing force to coordinate a global response.

I think it is important for us to show leadership and show resolve.

This is an issue that is affecting the health of species diversity around the world, particularly in Africa.

What is the U.S. Government doing to address Mozambique's particularly strong role in fueling poaching and trafficking in southern Africa?

Over the last decade, wildlife trafficking has grown into an international crisis.

Today, we will consider the far-reaching ecological, economic, and national security threats arising from the escalating global wildlife trafficking crisis.

This is an issue that should move us to act, for a wide range of reasons.

We have seen enormous cooperation with our partners in the Asia-Pacific region to combat the illegal wildlife trafficking trade.

I believe it is a long-term challenge.

We have got to take care of our own business here at home, as well as dealing with the problems in Asia and Africa.

I would be grateful. Federal law enforcement is playing an important role in helping us stand up an effective State and local response to what has been a dramatic increase in violent crime in my home community.