Bob Menendez: “I actually believe that we can, in fact, use leverage in this case for a worthwhile humanitarian purpose.”

I thank my colleague for yielding. I rise today to pay tribute to the life and legacy of my friend and colleague, Congressman Donald Payne, Jr. Congressman Payne was a fierce advocate and a dedicated public servant who fought tirelessly…

We do not have any free trade agreements being promoted in the region. We have a behemoth of an economic challenge with China in this region.

On August 21, New Jersey lost one of the greatest champions in our State's history. Bill Pascrell was more than just a Member of Congress. He was a friend, a mentor, and someone who was loved and admired by many, myself included. Bill was…

I thank my incredible colleague Glenn Ivey for convening us here today and for the opportunity to speak. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in solidarity with our Nation's Federal workers, including the more than 22,000 who live and work in the…