Rob Portman: “Rob Portman... said he didn't think it was appropriate for the president to make that kind of request of the Ukrainians…”

To solve the problem of transparency we must require platforms to move beyond the black box with legislation like the Platform Transparency and Accountability Act.

I think you look historically, that has been the case.

before I rise to talk about Ukraine tonight, I want to join my colleagues in extending my prayers to all those who are currently in Florida, in the area, and those with loved ones and family there who are in Hurricane Ian's dangerous path…

Perhaps the most concerning consequence of social media is the ability for our adversaries to exploit platforms to harm Americans for their own geopolitical gain.