If the US is uncomfortable with the current reality that stems from having pursued trade at the cost of promoting rights, it should now use China's need for access to the outside world as forms of leverage.

Not only do we look forward to working closely with you on implementing the Global Magnitsky Act, but why not also demand that Chinese companies investing in the United States and elsewhere perform human rights due diligence and…

I think letting Americans see that, or letting the world see that, has a certain utility.

We have no shortage of human rights violators on the planet.

The Chinese government prefers to tolerate shallow rule of law dialogues as substitutes for meaningful human rights discussions.

We're of course pleased to help vigorously implement the Global Magnitsky Act.

This is an issue that unifies, and should unify, all Americans.

We're talking about the government, particularly the Chinese Communist Party, and the way it treats its own people.

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Johnson). Without objection, it is so ordered. Foreign Aid

I'm now very confident that the committee I serve on will conduct thorough bipartisan investigation.

I'm now very confident the Senate Intel Committee I serve on will conduct a thorough bipartisan investigation of Putin interference and influence.

Well, we appreciate all of you for being here. The record is going to remain open for 48 hours, and I thank you all again for your time and for your brave testimony.