Bob Menendez

If confirmed, I look forward to supporting U.S. diplomatic efforts to seek a peaceful South Sudan governed by an inclusive and legitimate government that takes care of its people.

Mexico is an essential partner on counternarcotics and disrupting transnational organized crime.

If confirmed, combating illicit heroin and fentanyl trafficking will be one of my top priorities as INL Assistant Secretary.

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

If confirmed, I would make clear that the United States will always stand with the victims of the Asociaci"n Mutual Israelita Argentina (AMIA) bombing, with their families, and with the Argentine people and their government as they work…

I do view it as a hostile, non-state actor.

These threats, if left unaddressed, only play into the hands of Vladimir Putin, who seeks to fuel anti-democratic forces and undermines stability across Europe.

A sustained rollback of the rule of law and increasing xenophobia pose serious threats to the democratic values that undergird our NATO alliance.

Mr. Cornstein will have the important task of reminding the Government of Hungary that its future lies not in return to the dark days of the past but in remaining an active member of the community of liberal democracies.

I think President Trump makes it more difficult, and I am going to explain why.

The cover-up here by the former government is one that cannot go unchallenged, and the United States needs to play a role to make sure that Argentina brings closure to that issue.

We have to address the illicit coca cultivation. We know that. It is a major source of concern to us.

I will also urge the Austrians to push the Western Balkan countries to accelerate political and economic reforms that are necessary for EU accession.

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

The United States does not support any new EBRD projects in Russia.

I appreciate the importance of fostering diverse and inclusive teams.

I will continue to work with our Finnish counterparts, the other states, NATO, and the European Union.

Funding for State Department educational and cultural exchanges has mostly remained level or increased slightly in recent years.

International exchange programs are often considered one of the most effective U.S. public diplomacy efforts.

It's truly an all-of-the-above approach ... And so it wouldn't be a weighted measure of one fuel source over another.

I will also remain committed to standing up for freedom and human dignity, and continue to push China to respect universal human rights and fundamental freedoms.

I will pursue the bilateral relationship with China consistent with this vision, but remain clear-eyed on the need to stand up for our interests and those of our allies and partners whenever necessary.

As Secretary Tillerson stated during the Diplomatic and Security Dialogue with China in June 2017, the United States seeks a constructive and results-oriented relationship with China.

Transparency is a fundamental pillar of democracy.

U.S. support of Israel's security is steadfast.