Peter Visclosky: “Sequestration which is probably one of the worst things this Congress has ever done to our country and to our military.”

I simply ask our colleagues to support the continuing resolution, and I, too, yield back 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.

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

I strongly believe making critical investments in medical research at the Federal level will improve the well-being of our Nation.