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The prolonged downturn in the worldwide energy markets has greatly impacted OMSA members.
The American people deserve to know that we have had suicide bombers with that intent trying to come here.
I think most Americans agree, at least in my district, that we want to solve the problem and provide a long-term solution for DACA.
If confirmed, I would work to ensure USAID continues to provide the support to the people of Nicaragua as they voice their desire for freedom and their civil rights.
Such support will remain critical, as the Ortega regime continues to oppress its own people.
Since April 2018, the Nicaraguan regime again reminded the world that it does not have the best interests of the people of Nicaragua at heart.
Much of my philanthropic and business career has been devoted to promoting human rights, democracy and the rule of law.
If confirmed, I look forward to meeting with a wide variety of religious leaders in Morocco and maintaining an active dialogue with the Moroccan Government on religious freedom issues.
If confirmed, I commit to defending the human rights and dignity of all people in Morocco, and I look forward to fostering a more open discussion of LGBTI issues.
If confirmed, I will encourage the Government of Morocco to continue to respect internationally recognized workers' rights consistent with its laws and the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement.
I will continue our close coordination with Ambassador Haley and USUN to urge the Congolese Government to increase political space for all stakeholders.
I will continue the administration's active engagement in pressing for greater respect for human rights in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
I am gravely concerned that the administration's approach to Africa is at best an afterthought.
The U.S. Refugee Admissions Program is a reflection of our values and national security interests.
However, it will ultimately be up to the Congolese people to decide whether the electoral process has been credible and acceptable.
If confirmed, I will continue the administration's pressure on the DRC Government to make clear that we expect the DRC to hold elections on December 23, 2018, and that President Kabila will not run for re-election, per his commitments made…