Sam Farr: “I think I am just trying to plead with my committee members and our colleagues that this is really an important…”

Following the administration's path forward for our international affairs budget is the equivalent of retreat.

At a time when American leadership is needed more than ever, we must continue to invest in the international affairs budget.

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from California will be postponed. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will read. The Clerk read as…

Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman.