I would be very interested in knowing how many, because it seems to me that clinical trials is one of the ways that people sign up for these trials.

I do not think there is anyone on this dais who would disagree that we are in a fight against global fascism.

Republicans need to leave the kids alone-- leave the kids alone. Right now, they are trying to deny food to LGBTQ kids because they have disagreements about policies concerning trans people. Instead of debating those disagreements among…

just to point out, this amendment only applies to surface transportation, Amtrak and passenger rail in particular. I think it is counterproductive. I understand the point that the Senator from Ohio is making. But the problem right…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. Butler). Without objection, it is so ordered.

a quick note about the business pending before the Senate: leadership at the FAA, the Federal Aviation Administration. It has been more than 18 months since the FAA last had a Senate- confirmed leader, and in that time, we have seen an…

However, I hate to rain on the parade, because I have an issue that I have been talking about for 5 years that needs to be resolved, and that is the treatment of our compact residents in the United States.

This needs to be in the discussion draft as it comes out of this Committee. If it is, I will have absolutely no hesitation in supporting this all the way.

And it is fundamentally unfair for the Federal Government to ask the states to take on this responsibility disproportionately.

I'm proud to work with a Member of the Judiciary Committee and my partner in the Senate, Senator Hirono, in supporting their nominations to the Federal bench.

That same commitment to equal justice underpin Judge Shanlyn Park's two decades as a public defender, giving voice to those most in need.

I'm proud to support the nominations of Micah Smith and Judge Shanlyn Park to serve as judges on the U.S. District Court in Hawaii.

I think diversity is important, both personal and professional diversity on the bench, because a diverse bench represents the community that it serves.

If confirmed, Judge Park would make history, as noted by my colleague, Senator Schatz, as the first--the first Native Hawaiian woman to serve as a Federal district court judge.

The Sixth Amendment requires that there is a right to counsel.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I'm glad to join my colleague Brian Schatz in supporting the two nominees from Hawaii.

I think diversity in its broadest sense is very important.

He listens and considers carefully before voicing his opinion, adding that he has an unwavering commitment to achieve a better system of justice that provides access to justice for all.