Nita Lowey: “Our national security is strongest when development, diplomacy, and defense are equally prioritized. This amendment…”

“Our national security is strongest when development, diplomacy, and defense are equally prioritized. This amendment undermines United States leadership and diminishes our engagement in the world. Mr. Chair, I strongly urge my colleagues to oppose this amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. Walker). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the ayes appeared to have it.”