If confirmed, I will work with the Maltese Government to ensure that all diligence is used to prevent anyone involved in supporting Russia's brutal, unprovoked, and unjustifiable war from evading sanctions or other restrictions.

I commit that, if confirmed, I will review this issue closely and work to ensure that OCB creates the greatest impact for every dollar Congress provides the network.

It is indisputable that the People's Republic of China is a major player in South Sudan's oil sector.

Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.

My goal and objective--which I have strived for practically all my adult life--is to develop policy options to see the Cuban people free from the brutal dictatorship.

The Cuban Government's brutal response to the July 11 protests and suppression of the November 15 protests, including sentencing teenagers for demanding their rights, was outrageous and the regime must continue to be held accountable.

This policy is having disastrous effects for American national security.

I share your concern regarding Russia's and China's development of anti-satellite capabilities.

the Biden administration is contemplating lifting sanctions on these terrorists' prime sponsor: the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Nowhere else in Africa are the dangers of the Chinese Communist Party's Belt and Road Initiative more apparent than in Kenya.

I recognize that, if confirmed to this position, my words both official and unofficial will carry significant diplomatic importance to the interests of the United States.