01/21/2018
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"As the first Dominican American to serve in Congress, I am encouraged by the international outreach of your organization to share American politics, accountable governance, and citizen diplomacy."
"Good morning, Dr. Hayden and Mr. DiPietro. I echo the chairman's words and welcome you to discuss your agencies' budget requests for fiscal year 2025."
"We will have some follow-up questions for the Capitol Police during the hearing."
"But the people I met from Russia are just like Americans. They may or may not love their government, but they love their country, and I respect that."