"Gutting the budgets and State and USAID, as has been proposed by the Trump administration, will unilaterally disarm U.S. counterterrorism policy."
"People around the world look to the United States for leadership and to uphold the universal values."
"The stronger the democratic institutions, rule of law, and tolerance in these countries, the more effective they will be at preventing terrorism."
"The U.S. military can help prevent terrorist acts when used carefully in conjunction with other tools."
"Education and cultural exchanges are crucial here. We should be inviting young leaders from around the world to learn in the United States."
"I am glad to see that Congresswoman Kay Granger of Texas has also cosponsored the bill."
"This legislation recognizes the incredible economic partnership and relationship between the United States and Israel."
"Assad is a murderous thug, though----"
"Is that true that we are selling them $12 billion worth of fighter jets?"
"I don't have a problem with helping our ally Saudi Arabia, but many Members of Congress... do have a significant problem when the Saudi-led military coalition is committing war crimes in Yemen."
"And I don't mean to be facetious with this, but does the President know that?"