Today's nominees will have significant responsibilities overseeing programs that affect some of the most vulnerable populations in America.

I am concerned about the danger of using crop insurance rates as a tool to change farmers' behaviors, such as the climate change.

These farms have grown in size, but they are still family farms, and they grow in size because they have to meet margins just to stay viable.

I assure everyone that our number-one priority is protecting crop insurance as our number-one risk management tool.

It is difficult and, look, there is all kinds of problems on the continent, and they seem like they keep getting worse.

Just briefly, Mr. Chairman, and either one of you can address this.

We need to see an ambassador. I know they have said intent to appoint, but where are we?

Intent is good. Action is better. We are still waiting.

Give us some hope here.

I honor Herbert M. Franklin, who passed away on November 16, 2021. He has left a meaningful and beautiful mark on the heart of our Nation's Capital. Mr. Franklin's true affection for the history and buildings of our exceptional Capitol and…

The United States must continue to support the Sudanese people and Sudan's pro-democracy forces.

While the Administration has not wanted to characterize what happened on October 25 as a coup, that is, indeed, what it was.

If democracy is, indeed, a priority for this Administration, it must view these coups as a trend that imperils the future of democracy in Africa and worldwide.

First of all, bless you for what you do. I mean, this is a heavy lift.

The United States must take action to hold the junta and other spoilers of Sudan's transition accountable.

I thank my friend and colleague from New Jersey. It is an honor to join my colleagues here during this special week. Mr. Speaker, 3 years ago, I approached the podium for the first time to give my speech on the House floor. I chose my…

I feel we have a real opportunity to turn climate change mitigation into a boon for rural America and our farmers and ranchers if we focus on opportunities and innovation instead of restrictions and onerous regulation.

I am concerned that President Biden is not supporting renewable fuels like ethanol.