Bob Corker: “A weakening of the alliance is not in U.S. national interests.”

I can understand from the people's perspective that are doing this why they would want to go forward. And I understand that.

What I do know is that... the CIA director came in and with some analysts and gave the most precise presentation I've ever heard in 12 years.

I thank the Senator from New Jersey and our distinguished ranking member for his question and for working with me to pass this important legislation. ____________________

Through the Presiding Officer I wish to ask the Senator from Indiana, what you are saying is that you are doing everything you possibly can do to ensure that if your amendment passes, never in the future will your amendment be relied upon…