Had I been present for the vote on H. Res. 354, a resolution ``Condemning the violence against peaceful protesters outside the Turkish Ambassador's residence on May 16, 2017, and calling for the perpetrators to be brought to justice and measures to be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future'' (Rollcall Vote No. 286), I would have voted ``aye.'' I would have also voted ``aye'' on H. Res. 355, a resolution ``Condemning in the strongest terms the terrorist attacks in Manchester, United Kingdom, on May 22, 2017, expressing heartfelt condolences, and reaffirming unwaivering support for the special relationship between our peoples and nations in the wake of these attacks'' (Rollcall Vote No. 287). ____________________
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