Chris Van Hollen: “I think we all recognize that we have to put sanctions in context that it is one tool but a very important tool.”

We ask that you pause any use of the SMART tool until we can better understand your decision-making, rollout process, and evaluation plan.

We must not forget that a federal judge has already made clear what we have long known: the Trump Administration’s Department of Justice is engaged in a vindictive prosecution against Kilmar.

Last night’s ruling from a federal judge made plain: the Administration’s efforts are in clear violation of Congressional intent.

Menhaden are called 'the most important fish in the sea' for good reason.