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Mike Pompeo

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Mike Pompeo is a Republican politician from Kansas who served as the 70th United States Secretary of State from April 2018 to January 2021 under President Donald Trump. Prior to his role as Secretary of State, he was the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) from January 2017 to April 2018. Pompeo has also served as a U.S. Representative for Kansas's 4th congressional district from 2011 to 2017, where he was known for his strong stance on national security and foreign policy issues. Throughout his career, he has emphasized a robust approach to counterterrorism and has been an advocate for American energy independence.

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Apr 11, 2018

Not only would these efforts undermine the very essence of the BBG, they would violate current laws outlining governance and reform of the BBG.

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Apr 11, 2018

I will also push for the Chinese government to free those arbitrarily detained, including the families of RFA journalists.

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Apr 11, 2018

I will raise my concerns about the Radio Free Asia cases and the deteriorating situation in Xinjiang directly with the Chinese government.

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Apr 11, 2018

I believe civil society plays a critical role in strengthening government institutions.

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Apr 11, 2018

If we do not lead the calls for democracy, prosperity, and human rights around the world, it is unclear who will.

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Apr 11, 2018

If confirmed, I would advocate for the fundamental dignity of every human being around the world without regard to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

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Apr 11, 2018

The Trump Administration strongly supports the Taylor Force Act.

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Apr 11, 2018

The Taliban must come to understand that they can only advance their objectives at the negotiating table, and not on the battlefield.

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Apr 11, 2018

The Trump Administration fully supports the Afghan government's outreach to the Taliban and its efforts to negotiate a political settlement.

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Apr 11, 2018

I support the application of the Leahy law to any country's military found to have committed gross violations of human rights.

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Apr 11, 2018

Ukraine must adhere to its IMF reform program, especially its anti-corruption and energy sector reform requirements.

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Apr 11, 2018

I will engage directly with Ukraine's leadership on corruption.

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Apr 11, 2018

If confirmed, I will continue to work with allies and partners to push Russia to end its aggression in Ukraine.

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Apr 11, 2018

I support the President's decision to provide enhanced defensive capabilities to Ukraine and sell the Javelin missile system to Georgia.

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Apr 11, 2018

The United States strongly supports Georgia and Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Apr 11, 2018

If I am confirmed, I intend to make a broad effort across all elements of the diplomatic spectrum.

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Apr 11, 2018

Fair and reciprocal trade can solidify our relationships with our allies and create U.S. jobs.

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Apr 11, 2018

The United States government strongly opposes boycotts, divestment campaigns, and sanctions targeting the State of Israel.

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Apr 11, 2018

The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) are an important counterterrorism partner and led the defeat of ISIS in Lebanon.

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Apr 11, 2018

I share your concern about Hizballah's destabilizing role in Lebanon and in the region.

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Apr 11, 2018

If confirmed, I will use all of our diplomatic tools at the State Department to advance the President's strategies.

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Apr 11, 2018

Thank you, Senator Corker. Thank you, Senator Menendez.

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Apr 11, 2018

As I have said before, when we come across a country that is engaged in human rights violations, things that are inconsistent with our values, we should call them out.

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Apr 11, 2018

I will still be committed to doing that if I am the Secretary of State there.

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Apr 11, 2018

I agree with you that Mexico is important, you called it significant. They are neighbors.

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