Political Quotes

Chris Smith: For years, administrations would not put China on what we call tier 3, egregious violator for labor and sex trafficking.

On the recordSeptember 5, 2018
For years, administrations would not put China on what we call tier 3, egregious violator for labor and sex trafficking.
Said by
Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Smith highlights the U.S. government's historical reluctance to classify China as a major violator of trafficking laws.

Share

More from Chris Smith

Jul 22, 2024

Under the constant threat of Russian aggression, interference, and disinformation, and with the prospect of EU membership hanging in the balance, there is much at stake for our partners in Moldova and for the United States in a region that…

congress.gov
May 5, 2025

We must act now, and we must act decisively. The lives of so many lie in the balance.

govinfo.gov
Jan 23, 2025

I thank my friend for yielding, and I thank Ann Wagner for her tremendous leadership and courage in authoring this important bill. Madam Speaker, in a Florida abortion clinic, Sycloria Williams delivered a perfectly healthy, live baby girl…

govinfo.gov
Sep 23, 2024

I congratulate Mrs. McIver, and I yield to the gentlewoman from New Jersey (Mrs. McIver). Mrs. McIVER. Mr. Speaker, Leader Jeffries, Congressman Pallone, my great colleagues in the New Jersey delegation, I am deeply humbled and honored…

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation