"The work of civil society there in the Northern Triangle is critical."
"So what more can we do to help these institutions move forward with the good work that they're doing?"
"I want to urge you to continue to do that as well as working with civil societies."
"These are the people that are on the front line as it relates to Mexican elections right now."
"I hope that you will represent all of our interests here at home and abroad."
"Are you aware that some very corrupt officials and criminals are working to undermine the efforts of local prosecutors and judges who are fighting against corruption in Central America?"
"I am very concerned from my constituents' perspective on what is happening at the White House and who is advising the President on foreign affairs issues."
"I am concerned about that decision and how the President came to care more about Chinese workers than the workers at a Fontana steel mill in my district."
"This bill will keep our security cooperation with Israel strong for many years to come."
"I am also glad that we are marking up the BUILD Act, which will ensure that the United States continues to be a leader in a field of development finance."
"My amendment would ensure that the new development finance institution is careful to avoid doing business with bad actors, such as terrorists, drug dealers, or corrupt government officials."
"I urge my colleagues to support my amendment, and I support all of the measures that are before us today."