Human rights depend on an independent, effective judicial system, free from corruption.

we have not seen an investment in a robust diplomatic strategy

Those responsible for killings, arbitrary detentions, and other human rights abuses and violations must be held accountable.

I hope that is what you are doing when you get the job.

Our National Security Strategy defines China as a rival and a revisionist power.

There is widespread evidence that Ortega, his family, and his political allies have plundered Nicaragua state coffers and have personally profited from the Albanista accounts funded by the Venezuelan Government.

Far from putting America first, the Trump administration's budget would put America last.

I will ensure that all concerns about the alliance are put to rest and expend all my efforts towards conveying President Trump's and the administration's continued commitment to this historic alliance.

I think virtually every member, I would think, on this dais was appalled by the President's comments towards Prime Minister Trudeau over the weekend.

I support that pilot program. I think we need to look at where we can get talent, and grow that talent within the Department.

Iran's involvement in the Western Hemisphere remains a matter of concern, and the administration continues to counter its malign activities in the region.

Recently, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service issued guidelines that will discourage many bona fide trafficking victims from applying for T visas.