I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.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

it has now been 7 months since the United States has had an Ambassador to Mexico. As we all know, Mexico is our third largest trading partner. Bilateral trade totals more than half a trillion dollars. There is more than $1 billion in…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Nomination of Roberta Jacobson

If oil stays below $50 a barrel for another year or 2, what are we looking at in Nigeria?

We still have a long way to go, but we are moving in the right direction.

I share the concerns that Senator Cardin raised with regard to OCO, the shift. This is something all of us have been concerned with.

I just want to commend the administration for what they have done on Cuba, as was mentioned before.

sometimes our diplomatic efforts are overlooked by the general populace

I wanted to say how much I appreciated meeting with Ms. Elder and Mr. Schwartz in my office earlier. They are going to do great in Africa.

I have seen that professionalism. I have seen that commitment.

This hearing of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will come to order.

If confirmed, I will continue to press the Government of Somalia urgently to take steps toward inclusive and democratic elections.