That is why the President has tried to create some light at the end of this very dark tunnel by calling for recognition of Israel by Saudi Arabia and others, paired with a clear time line for the establishment of a viable Palestinian state.

Iran's threat is real. But the way that the Biden administration and you have answered that... was extraordinary leadership.

In the 21st century, diplomacy has never been more important.

section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may…

The Department of State is determined to implement the Combating Global Corruption Act and to support it with the necessary resources.

This new law will oblige the Administration to publish a public report detailing which countries around the world are sustaining or making good progress in anti-corruption efforts.

section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may…

Modernizing the Department has taken on greater urgency--from finally completing renovations at main state and our embassies abroad to sustaining the Department's diverse workforce.

I believe we must do everything in our power to avoid getting into another nuclear arms race.

I come to the floor today in strong support of the nomination of Courtney O'Donnell to be the U.S. Representative to UNESCO, the U.N. Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. From threats to historic world heritage sites, to the…

section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may…

section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may…

I come to the floor today in strong support of the confirmation of Donna Ann Welton to be the United States Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. This is a country that earned independence after centuries of colonial rule…

this week, we celebrate Public Service Recognition Week. Each year since 1985, this special week has been observed in honor of our Nation's public servants. Today, I would like to express my sincerest appreciation for the 20.2 million…

I just wanted to compliment my colleague Senator Van Hollen for his comments. I think he has said it the way that everyone in Maryland feels. We have worked together as a team on this. This is a national tragedy. We thank our Federal…

I take this time, along with Senator Van Hollen, to update our colleagues on the tragic events that took place in Baltimore on March 26 of this year when the Dali, an almost 1,000- foot container vessel, ran into the support pier of the…

It was a real testament to the strength of a community to fight for integration in 1960.

I think you all can see why we are so proud of Dr. Breaux, and thank you for the arrangement for this field hearing.

We find discriminatory practices of contracting authorities trying to bundle contracts to make it impossible for minority businesses to have a fair chance at a prime contract.

Racial discrimination has plagued our country since its inception.

We need to engage all of the talent we have in our community for the full strength of America.

discrimination against minority and women business owners is as despicable as it is pervasive.

I can assure you that we heard you loud and clear, and we will very much be engaged.

Supporting Black American businesses is not just about economic empowerment. It is about fostering a more inclusive and just society.

It is hard to break that cycle. And if you are a small business, is you are not as attractive as larger small businesses.