Chris Coons: “I'm praying for everyone's safety, including patients, health care workers, first responders, and law enforcement…”

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.

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.

“We owe an enormous debt to the Afghans who supported U.S. forces during their 20-year mission in Afghanistan,” said Senator Coons.

As interest costs put growing pressure on our budget, we need to reduce our deficits and protect the investments that keep our economy strong.