Martin Heinrich: “It is my understanding that this program is still not fully fielded and is said to have performed poorly during its most…”

Our whole premise as we approached this permitting bill was: How do we create a faster process, not lower the bar on standards.

In the short term, what I'd really like to see is a hand-in-glove approach between Russia and the World Health Organization. That would tell us a lot.

I would be very concerned if this were an engineered pathogen. I don't have any unique information saying that is the case. But if it were the case, that would be cause for alarm.

As we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day, today and every day, let us honor the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Tribal Nations and Native people — and stand shoulder to shoulder with Tribes to ensure their languages…