William H. Frist: “I would argue that the dignity of this institution has worked for 214 years. So why deny it? Especially why deny it with…”

That is exactly where we are. I think the good news is both sides recognize this is a very important issue before this body and before the American people and that we have had a lot of work on this bill to where I think--speaking of the…

The legislation that leaves this Senate floor absolutely must achieve two goals: first, preserve the intelligence programs that we know have saved American lives; second, protect classified information from terrorists who could exploit it…

It is interesting, when you are around here at 2:30 in the morning... It is very important as we all work together to make the country a safer, healthier, and stronger place.

Right on top of the 10 requests is the unanimous consent request that the Armed Services Committee be authorized to meet during the session. For the information of our colleagues, there had been an objection earlier today. I talked to the…