On the recordMay 5, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself the balance of my time. Mr. Speaker, Taiwan is not just a friend. Taiwan is a self-governing democracy, a critical economic partner, and a responsible global stakeholder. It deserves to be seen and heard and not erased or silenced. When the United States shows leadership, we know that others follow. We must lead now before the Chinese Communist Party permanently rewrites international norms. I thank Mr. Connolly for his work on this piece of legislation. I miss seeing my friend here. As much as we have differences on many things--and we have had many intense arguments back and forth--I wouldn't want to argue with anybody else. I miss seeing him here. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.
