Dutch Ruppersberger: “It is essential that the United State be ready to assist any uptick in Arctic commerce.”

During today's vote series, I had briefly step outside of the House Chamber. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye'' on rollcall No. 155 and ``no'' on rollcall No. 156. Amendment No. 17 Offered by Mr. McCormick The Acting CHAIR. The…

I didn't think that I would necessarily see this level of cooperation across the intelligence community at the Department of Defense, the law enforcement community.

It is probably, other than nuclear weapons, the most serious issue.

I spent 12 years on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, including 4 as ranking member. My bipartisan cooperation with the Republican chairman was widely recognized. When it comes to national security, there is no room for…