Peter Visclosky: “I would simply reiterate my opposition to the gentleman's amendment. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time.”

I ask for support of the amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time.

It does not contain verifiable metrics to ensure the Taliban is holding up their end of the bargain.

I have no further requests for time on our side, and I reserve the balance of my time.

Unfortunately, I remain deeply skeptical that this agreement will enable the United States to depart Afghanistan in a responsible fashion.