On the recordFebruary 2, 2017
Let me conclude, for years, Congress has been fighting to shine a light on the billions of dollars paid by extracted companies to foreign governments. By taking away one of the only tools we have to shine a light on extracted payments' associated corruption, we are sending a message to corrupt leaders around the world that the United States does not care about corruption; that we won't hold them accountable, and that they should continue with business as usual: Exploiting their own people, and perhaps even funding terrorist organizations with some of their secret proceeds. It is not in our national interest to stop an anticorruption rule that bolsters America's national security, advances our humanitarian and anticorruption goals, and demonstrates U.S. moral leadership. I urge my colleagues to join me in voting against this resolution of disapproval. I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Iowa. Nomination of Neil Gorsuch
