Susan Collins: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Those are my last words.”

I increased by 17% the budget for the independent Office of Inspector General.

It’s a critical program and the foundation of retirement income for most Mainers, and I’ve voted repeatedly to preserve it.

I am pleased that these funds are being released to help Mainers afford to heat their homes this winter without having to choose between staying warm and paying for other basic necessities.

It investigates child trafficking, human trafficking and general child exploitation: drug smuggling, international cartels, financial scams. It recently helped shut down a child pornography ring in the state of Maine. I don't think any of…