The Biden administration's announcement means that wind turbine construction can finally begin as soon as next year off the coast of Martha's Vineyard.

The key thing is that we remain ahead of China in the quality of the technology.

I am committed to exploring ways that the transatlantic alliance can help both Europe and the United States reach their climate goals.

Forging a united coalition with our democratic allies and partners to confront the autocrats in Moscow and in Beijing is a national security imperative.

For the first time ever, at last month's summit in Brussels, NATO members agreed that China's stated ambitions and assertive behavior presents systemic challenges to the rules-based order.

It is this determination that inspired Chair Bera, Ranking Member Chabot, Ranking Member Fitzpatrick, and I to organize this hearing today.

the level of cooperation with China and Russia really reaching unprecedented highs

This comprehensive piece of legislation calls for the revitalization of American diplomacy, leadership, and investments, globally, in response to the policy changes that are posed by China.

Recommendations are one thing, but hearing from both the Secretary of Defense and the Chair of the Joint Chiefs that you support that effort too is so important.

I commend the Biden Administration for making it a U.S. policy to lead by the power of our example.

No person should ever feel threatened based on who they are, what they believe, or who they love.

I think it really underscores the importance of our committee having this hearing and the fact that this is an international issue and not just a domestic issue.