Chris Coons: “Thank you for being gracious about allowing me to make an opening later in the hearing.”

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.

Americans going through one of the most difficult seasons of their lives shouldn’t then be faced with bureaucratic hurdles and outdated rules as they try to restore their financial well-being.

China’s illegal fishing fleet is destroying our oceans and making it harder for our allies to fish right off their own coasts.

“Delaware is a state built on innovation. We know what it takes to turn a good idea into a thriving business: support, investment, and expertise,” said Senator Coons.