Ukraine is fighting for freedom and the right to choose their own destiny through democratically-elected institutions.

The United States stands strongly against any escalation of this conflict by the enemies of Israel.

I am really pleased to have joined Chairman Cardin on his HARM Act, to designate the Wagner Group as a foreign terrorist organization.

What it did is unspeakable.

We need to do everything we can to provide the humanitarian assistance and safe harbor for those Palestinians who are trying to escape Hamas.

We stand with Israel and the right to defend themselves.

Promoting growth that sustains a middle class and holds government accountable is vital.

My priority is simple, to strengthen America's diplomacy, to make sure our diplomats have the tools that they need, and Congress provides the appropriate oversight in carrying out that responsibility.

The kinds of investments and development models that the DFC champions are what makes the United States a better partner.

This committee, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, its members and staff, play a critical role in meeting the challenges America faces in national security.

As this committee moves forward, we will continue our work on behalf of the American people, as we have done for more than two centuries.