On the recordFebruary 16, 2012
reserving the right to object, I want to be very clear here that Members on both sides of the aisle, Republicans and Democrats, have very strong feelings that this amendment should not be brought up at this time. We need to be smart and strategic when we have people in harm's way in other countries. Further, I think it is important to note what Senator Leahy has said several times, which is already in law--we have certain conditions placed upon aid to Egypt, and I think that needs to be understood and explored. So because there is so much objection to this amendment being brought up at this time, I will object. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection is heard. The Senator from Iowa.
