This is about our security, stability, our economy, our individual rights at home, but it’s also about our security around the world and about our standing.

Congress has a responsibility to act now, to ensure that the right of every American to vote is never taken away. We must pass legislation to prevent partisan politicians from rejecting the will of the people and overturning election…

When voters don’t have confidence that their input matters or that they can hold their elected representatives accountable, then the democracy really does begin to crumble.

The foundational nature of voting rights is at stake.

before I start my remarks, I would like to thank the Senator from Missouri and add my thanks to Dr. Francis Collins for his leadership and for his contributions to our country, to our country's future, and for his reassurance during very…

I have 10 requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority Leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the following…

Deadline is really important.

What are you all doing proactively to notify people that they have likely been exposed 50 years ago to PFAS?

Does the Department know how many servicemembers were exposed to PFAS between 1970 and 2021?

for the DOD to be able to pick and choose what rule they follow when it comes to public health is not acceptable.

Thank you and Senator Portman for holding this hearing and a special thank you to all of our nominees and to your families for being willing to take on these important positions.

I really appreciate it.