"But, again, if our policy actions drive them into the arms of Russia and China we will be undercutting these very priorities."
"This committee has a great tradition of working across party lines and working with the executive branch on foreign policy."
"we are on schedule in this appropriations cycle. If the work of the committees ends up in an omnibus appropriations bill, there will be additional support there for Mid-Bay to start construction."
"Let's work together because I know sometimes, we run into the bureaucracy of the budget people in trying to get these funds flowing the way we intended."
"They are not a blank check for future use of force by the executive branch."
"Do you commit to keep this committee fully and currently informed about the activities under your purview?"
"I believe Chile's commendable tradition of openness, combined with a responsible investment screening mechanism that considers national security interests, would maintain the security of Chile's criti..."
"I have long appreciated the bipartisan support for Africa in Congress and, if confirmed, I look forward to working with you and others in Congress to continue to strengthen U.S.-Africa relations."
"I share your concern about the Kremlin's tendency to spread lies and false information about USAID's programs."
"Egypt's Reich will also fall, but list fascist regimes before it."
"I believe that USAID should continue to support the democratic aspirations of the people of Belarus."