Chris Van Hollen

An invasion of Rafah would be counterproductive

Obviously we have ongoing maintenance requirements, apart from climate change, but the reality is that places like the Naval Academy the additional costs are necessary because of what we're seeing.

Climate change has been a big factor in the sea level rise that we've seen in the Chesapeake Bay over a foot over the last 100 years and projected to rise up to another six feet over the next hundred years.

I find this conversation a little detached from reality, especially in light of the hearing that we had in the Budget Committee a short time ago where it was very clear that the big oil companies' own research investigation indicated that…

The United States stands with Israel in its own defense

An invasion of Rafah would be counterproductive

I was proud to author that legislation to make good on our promises to foreign nationals who are working at our embassies and consulates around the world.

Last question. As you know, there are a number of doctors and other medical workers, including some Americans, who are right now trapped in Gaza, trying to get out.

The reality is that places like the Naval Academy the additional costs are necessary because of what we're seeing.

Climate change has been a big factor in the sea level rise that we've seen in the Chesapeake Bay over a foot over the last 100 years and projected to rise up to another six feet over the next hundred years.

I find this conversation a little detached from reality, especially in light of the hearing that we had in the Budget Committee a short time ago where it was very clear that the big oil companies' own research investigation indicated that…

The United States stands with Israel in its own defense, and has been there throughout this period of time.

The President has also raised concerns about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

An invasion of Rafah would be counterproductive.

This should not be a blank check to the Netanyahu government. This will not embolden Hamas in any way. Hamas is actually benefiting from the fact that the humanitarian crisis is so bad.

Do not be sorry. I would be emotional too. I would be mad as hell.

Thank you, Senator Cardin, for organizing it.

Well, thank you for shining a light on those, what I would have to believe are clearly abusive practices.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank all of you for your testimony here.

There is an ongoing threat and attack on the basic laws that provide for minority small businesses in response to historic discrimination.

He has served for many years as the Chair of the Small Business Administration, the authorizing committee for small businesses.

Thank you, Senator Cardin, for organizing it.

Do not be sorry. I would be emotional too. I would be mad as hell.

Well, thank you for shining a light on those, what I would have to believe are clearly abusive practices.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank all of you for your testimony here.