Gregory Meeks actually said...

the film industry, as indicated by the gentlelady, is an essential for America, and I repeat, it is essential for American soft power.

I strongly oppose this measure. One, it is overbroad. And two, it would be completely counterproductive to the United States' interests.

It is vital we ensure our allies have a robust level of controls and safeguards in place before we proceed.

I applaud our colleagues that worked on this bicameral, bipartisan legislation which directs USAID to set bold targets.