Jim Risch actually said...

"It is also imperative that we defend against countries like China and Russia who place commerce at the service of their political objectives."

"I would not say that industry is in a panic, but I would say that industries, many of them, are deeply concerned about critical minerals and their ability to get them."

"Leading, promoting, and protecting economic freedom should be a major goal of the United States."

"We face severe economic challenges here at home, and many of our partners struggle with post-COVID economies or political instability."