I do not see any evidence that we are. Maybe there are discussions going on in a back channel way that are not visible to the rest of us.

I believe we all share the common goal of ensuring that U.S. companies and farmers and ranchers are able to compete.

This nation built the Erie Canal, the Transcontinental Railroad, the Wright 1903 Flyer, and the Interstate Highway System.

The American Congress is not the Russian Duma, that what it intends, if it pursues it and stays with it, is something that he should be afraid of.

It still requires Congress to move forward with specific legislation that would codify what these sanctions could be.

I think his intent was to not simply say this is what we are going to do but, rather, to say there will be consequences.

The President with an Executive order is clearly, I believe, trying a lay a line in the sand, and his message clearly is pointed at Russia.

That was the intent of the Secure Elections Act, which a number of us are sponsors or cosponsors of.

I ask unanimous consent that the remaining votes in this series be 10 minutes in length. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

in the wake of Senator John McCain's passing, I was particularly moved by the announcement that, in accordance with his wishes, he will be buried in the cemetery at the U.S. Naval Academy. It is a fitting resting place for someone who…

It's got to be a great priority because it's wasteful.

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Nomination of Brett Kavanaugh

I can think of no better advocate for Indian Country than Jeannie.

when it comes to deciding whether to confirm a Supreme Court Justice, there are two important questions: One, is this person well qualified? And, two, does this person understand the proper role of a judge? When it comes to Brett…

I think preservation of our language and culture is such an important part of our Country's heritage.

The bipartisan Streamline Act that I introduced in June with Senator Schatz is meant to stimulate the discussion.

I'm glad to say that with bipartisan, bicameral support, we've now accomplished this goal.

I just implore you all to look at that issue.