U.S. Senate

Unfortunately, this hearing has done exceptionally little to justify the president’s request or to instill confidence that this administration has an exit plan or a strategy to end the war.

In fact, we are considerably less safe. Our stockpiles have been depleted and it will take years of production to fully replenish them no matter how much money is thrown at this problem.

The fact remains that there are must-pay bills and urgent requirements facing the department that affect the ability of our troops to be well trained and more broadly of the U.S. military to deter and defend against potential aggressors…

The federal grantmaking process includes essential, non-political guardrails that this rule seeks to eviscerate.

Ultimately, these changes will make it harder for grant recipients to apply for and manage federal funds – undermining public safety, public health, economic competitiveness, and the government’s ability to address rising costs.

I think if we could have just gotten some of the members to recognize some of their priorities are never going to happen ... we’d get a lot more done.

Maybe don’t put an estimate out until you’re really sure what the estimate might be.

We have to have a transparent process.

We’ve always known Team Maryland will fight to rebuild our Francis Scott Key Bridge, and we won’t rest until it’s done.

Let’s be clear, if you’re a single mom, you cannot compete with Wall Street. They will outbid you every time, and so this is about fairness.

Americans trust us to use their federal tax dollars wisely.

We need to do everything we can in the Senate to support President Trump’s efforts and stand up for the American taxpayers.

This hateful, murderous ideology has no place in our country, and it is growing.

USDA purchases of catfish would provide immediate relief and enable 2026 fish crops to be harvested and processed, while also supporting rural communities and providing nutritious, American-grown product to families, children, and those in…

The industry’s USDA Section 32 purchase request would provide needed relief by providing essential cash flow to farmers to help alleviate the severe financial strain imposed by inflationary pressures.

Instead of supporting data-driven investments that pay dividends for the American people, this guidance facilitates partisan ideals and cronyism, leaving Americans in the dark.

If you’re confirmed and you’re asked to take an action you believe to be illegal or unethical, would you resign?

I’m glad to once again partner on bipartisan, bi-cameral legislation to develop and implement a unified National Resilience Strategy.

We can’t leave Americans to face extreme weather events – from winter storms to weeks of record-high heat – alone.

We’re also doing it for our regional and national economy and everyone who depends upon the Port of Baltimore, which supports our national agriculture and auto industries among many others.

I’m thrilled that $16 million is headed to the Virginia Advanced Pharma Manufacturing Cluster to support the domestic manufacturing of critical medicines, boost our supply chains, and grow our regional economy.

For years, Virginia and the Virginia Advanced Pharma Manufacturing Cluster have been leading the charge in establishing our country’s dominance in the production of critical medicines.

The men and women of the North Dakota National Guard continue to answer the call to serve with professionalism, courage and dedication.

We unequivocally assert that allowing fentanyl to go unseized creates an unconscionable risk to New Mexicans.