Jim Kolbe: “I would make the point of order unless the gentleman would like to say anything further before I make my point of order.”

It has been a vocal advocate for elevating development as a national security pillar equal to that of defense and diplomacy.

We must honestly acknowledge the failures of our foreign assistance programs, such as in a country like Zimbabwe.

This is the moment for the United States and Europe to negotiate the boldest, broadest trade and investment agreement we have ever contemplated since World War II.

I would like to commend the Chairman and Ranking Member for convening this hearing and for keeping the Committee focused on the importance of U.S. global leadership, effective partnership, and good development practices.