Again, Day 1, in talking to the staff of the bureaus, I will include human rights as one of our core responsibilities to promote overseas.

Have you had an opportunity to look at Senator Rubio's and my legislation, the Nicaragua Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Act, by any chance?

Migration causes problems. In Venezuela, Mr. Chairman, the numbers will soon exceed Syria in the number of those that have been displaced.

Let us say that we were extending TPS and this was not an issue. Would you tell me, under testimony before the committee, that those countries are safe today?

The United States is urging IGAD and AU action to impose consequences on those working against peace.

I am also outraged by the President using language that we generally reserve for the most ardent adversaries and enemies to criticize Mexico and its people.

We believe that suppressing political, religious, or civil society voices leads to the kind of repressive environment that generates instability.

If confirmed, I will ensure the United States Mission to Austria stands firmly with Austria in countering Russia's malign influence.

I hope you will be, within the confines of the State Department and the administration, an advocate for funding in that regard because we are sorely lacking in this.

We need to multi-lateralize our effort, though.

There is no doubt in my mind if the Crown Prince was in front of a jury, he would be convicted unanimously of murder in 30 minutes.

Resolution of the controversy will improve regional security and rule of law.