Saxby Chambliss: “Let me start by asking, what is the pending business before the Senate? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The nomination of…”

I rise to pay tribute to the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center Matt Olsen. Matt has announced his intention to leave his position later this year after serving as Director of NCTC for over 3 years. Matt is one of the best…

Everybody ought to be able to vote. And their vote ought to be counted, if they are a valid voter.

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded, and to speak as in morning business. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. WRRDA Passage

I wish to pay special tribute to Jeffrey R. Howard, a key member of my staff on the Select Committee on Intelligence for his distinguished service to the Senate. Jeffrey will leave us shortly to join the new office being opened by Ionic…