Rob Portman
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Rob Portman is an American politician and attorney currently serving as the junior United States senator from Ohio, a position he has held since 2011. A member of the Republican Party, Portman previously represented Ohio's 2nd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1993 to 2005. He also served as the U.S. Trade Representative under President George W. Bush from 2005 to 2006, where he focused on trade policy and international negotiations.
today I want to talk about an issue that has gotten a lot of attention recently, and that is our U.S. trade policy. It is an important topic that affects every one of us. It affects our economy, it affects jobs, and it certainly affects…
there are a few things I wish to talk about today, but I would like to start by recognizing the service and bravery of our Capitol Police officers. This week is the 20th anniversary of a shooting which occurred in the U.S. Capitol that…
This hearing presents a great opportunity to examine current issues related to tax administration at the IRS.
I look forward to working with you to make the IRS the best agency it can be--an effective tax collector that operates efficiently while providing world-class taxpayer service and respecting taxpayer rights.
And with regard to the forms and simplification, so much of that does not require legislation. It requires the IRS focusing more on simplification.
I was really happy to read it. I know that many in our community in Ohio who follow this closely are pleased with it.
We discussed at your confirmation hearing in April the need for us to focus more on Central and Eastern Europe, specifically Ukraine.
I commend you for last week releasing the $200 million in military assistance.
I had hoped that you would say the Global Engagement Center because it is a tool you have.
I believe, as I think you do, that a successful pro-Western Ukraine is not only critical to the region but I think it is the best antidote to Russian expansion in the region.





