The Attorney General cited problematic actions of the Governor's chief elections official, including purging from the voter rolls suspected noncitizens--a move that eventually was blocked after outright opposition from county election…

I yield the remainder of my postcloture debate time to Senator Schumer. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator has that right. The Senator from Florida is recognized.

almost 5 million barrels spilled into the Gulf. And, oh, everything was working fine, everything was working fine.

It is clear that climate change is a serious problem that requires research for solutions and effective policies that allow us to meet our energy needs while protecting the environment.

We support the Federal Government's comprehensive regulatory framework to mitigate safety and security risks.

Does anybody want to object to the idea that when you're considering cost, you ought to also consider benefits?

We crafted a provision that streamlined the aircraft certification process and would likely have spurred job growth.

It's called common sense and balance.

I would echo what our chairman, Senator Thune, has said about Elaine Chao. She certainly has the qualifications to be our next Secretary of Transportation. Clearly, she is a part of the Senate family; as the spouse of the majority leader…

I rise to speak in opposition to the confirmation of Rex Tillerson, the President's nominee to be Secretary of State, and I will tell you why in two words: Vladimir Putin. Rex Tillerson's ties to Russia have been widely reported. The…

I ask unanimous consent that Commander Dan Hurd, U.S. Coast Guard, a fellow in my office, be granted floor privileges for the remainder of the week. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

we yield back our time as well. The PRESIDING OFFICER. All time is yielded back. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the Chao nomination?