Mark Green: “This shouldn't be true, but that is their sense.”

I have no more speakers, and I am prepared to close after the gentleman from California closes.

It is with a heavy heart that I announce my retirement from Congress. Recently, I was offered an opportunity in the private sector that was too exciting to pass up.

To my constituents across Tennessee’s 7th District—thank you. The trust you put in me is humbling.

I commend Rep. Knott for leading legislation that will ensure DHS has the right intelligence and preparation to keep accomplishing this mission and protect our communities.