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This would include consideration of further use of our sanctions authorities, as appropriate, both to press President Kabila to hold credible elections.

We expect the DRC to hold elections in December and for President Kabila to abide by his commitment to refrain from running or changing the constitution.

If confirmed, I will emphasize to the Honduran Government the need to ensure security forces respect the rights of protestors.

I share your concerns regarding the electoral irregularities identified by the Organization of American States (OAS).

If confirmed, I will advocate for supporting and strengthening democratic institutions throughout the Western Hemisphere.

I commit to work with you to ensure that the United States engages its international partners, the U.N., and the DRC Government to support the conduct of peaceful, inclusive, timely, and credible elections in 2018.

In the U.N. Security Council, the United States has called for MONUSCO to be more responsive to the needs of the Congolese people.

I rise today to continue my tribute to Nebraska's heroes, the current generation of men and women who lost their lives defending our freedom in Iraq and Afghanistan. Each of these Nebraskans has a special story to tell.

When I go and talk to the law enforcement in the Omaha area, I ask them: What is the one thing that we can do more to help you with, gun violence and things like that?

I think we should be concerned. Do you think we are doing enough to build resilience in the system or to have back-ups, or is there a lot more that we can do?

Defending our Constitution and strengthening our National security are my most important priorities, and it is an honor to be on this committee to put some focus on that.

It is an honor to be on the committee.

I would just like to associate myself with your comments, sir, in praising the ranking member. Senator Reed went through a long list of people who have gotten the NDAA across the finish line for more than half a century in a row. As a…

I thank Chairman Brady for the time and for his leadership as we continue our efforts to pass this historic legislation. Mr. Speaker, after nearly 7 years of work in the Ways and Means Committee and more than 31 years since our last true…

There's serious allegations they need to be investigated.

Not only will this help boost productivity, but advancements in digital analytics can improve how we feed our communities and conserve our natural resources.

As a cattle rancher, I thank you for your respect to my privacy.

I recently toured the newly renovated United States Capitol dome right nearby and, of course, was well aware it contains a striking fresco at the top. The title of that fresco is The Apotheosis of Washington, a bit of a peculiar image for…