Sam Farr: “I think you are the one that can break those silos.”

In reclaiming my time, I thank the chairman. I really appreciate those kind remarks.

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

We will take our chances down the road, even if that may mean a much steeper cost in terms of American blood and American treasure.

My goal for U.S. aid is to achieve a level of effectiveness that every time we provide aid to a region or country it is with the final aim of transitioning them from trade to aid, like we have done in South Korea.