Zoe Lofgren: “By turning his back on these allies, President Trump discourages them, as well as other partners around the world.”

I urge that we support and enact this good bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.

My fear is that the chaos the new administration is sowing will be enough to leave our science and technology enterprise in ruins, with Chinese Communist leaders in Beijing popping champagne corks.

It unfortunately is no surprise a president who has attacked NSF from day one would seek to destroy the board that helps guide the foundation.

We have no further requests, so I am happy to urge all Members to vote for the bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.