Chris Coons: “I suspect we broadly share frustration about many of the things we read in the media, not all of which I believe.”

Asset limits on public assistance programs prevent working families from saving for the future or accessing the benefits they rightfully deserve. A savings account or a car are not assets, they’re necessities in every home.

I’m sorry that your schedule apparently didn’t permit us to meet before this confirmation hearing, but I hope and expect we’ll find time to meet soon after today.

This administration has tried to downplay or paper over these reports, but the fact is our servicemembers and their families have reported alarming concerns that deserve redress and accountability.

Investing in cutting-edge technology like carbon capture is key to growing our economy and protecting our nation and planet from climate change.