Unscrupulous mortgage brokers' practices have led Americans to buy homes that they clearly could not afford, and today we see some for-profit colleges are pushing students to run up debt they can never repay.

There is now more student loan debt than credit card debt in America.

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, and the motion to reconsider be laid upon the table, with no intervening action or debate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so…

If there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask unanimous consent it adjourn under the previous order. There being no objection, the Senate, at 8:01 p.m., adjourned until Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at 10 a.m…

Let us make sure that we are getting as much bang for our buck.

If confirmed, will you ensure that my staff and I will be provided with the requested information in a timely manner?

If confirmed, will you be proactive at alerting the Committee, including both sides of the aisle, about significant issues involving VA?

VA has developed a 5-year plan to eliminate homelessness based on six integrated pillars including outreach, education, and community partnerships.

VA must ensure that these resources are being used as effectively to help struggling veterans reach positive outcomes.

I thank you for that answer. I appreciate the fact that you understand that we need to be as thorough in where we explore and what we ask.

But you are the last one within the veteran system?

In my view, organizations tend to function at their best when most integral to the operation like judges are personally engage on a daily basis.

I think the Chairman knows that is why I introduced S. 2045.

I should know the answer. I think I do know the answer to the question, General Pietsch, but let me ask it.

I think on behalf of the Committee expedited process but never abdicating due process is the ultimate goal for all of us so our veterans get a response in a timely fashion under very difficult circumstances.

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent the Senate proceed to consideration of S. Res. 407, submitted earlier today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution by title. The assistant legislative clerk read as follows: A…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until Wednesday, March 28, at 10 a.m.; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that on Wednesday, March 28, at 5 p.m., the Senate proceed to executive session to consider the following nominations en bloc: Calendar Nos. 464 and 497; that there be 60 minutes for debate, equally…