RUSS CARNAHAN: “Evidence shows the U.S. has a strong interest in promoting religious freedom globally.”

I thank the chairman for that commitment. I now ask unanimous consent to withdraw my amendment from further consideration, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the amendment is withdrawn. There was…

We must continue to work toward greater understanding with regard to North Korea, Iran, the South China Sea, intellectual property rights protections, and currency manipulation.

This is really about, I believe, our foreign policy, the very core interest of our country, how we are seen around the world, our national security, our economic success, our fundamental values.

At this time, I would like to engage in a colloquy with the chairman of the Armed Services Committee. Mr. McKEON. I am happy to oblige.