I had already sent emails in early June 2012 telling leadership, including Mr. Battle, that such a practice was illegal per the DEA.

we will investigate it and keep the pressure on VA until the problems are resolved

Jeff Jackson told me in person that he had personally reviewed such issues with leadership--and knowing and enforcing such regulations is what the DEA does.

I am disappointed in the Fiscal Year 2013 recommendation to eliminate the Health Careers Opportunity Program, or HCOP.

this Congress' inability, Madam Secretary, to pass a jobs bill and recognize a real need for the American people

I trust, Mr. Chairman, that did not come out of my time.

But there is genocide now taking place in the Nuba Mountains and it is aided and abetted by the Chinese government.

I'm also deeply grateful for the support of Senator Enzi; his wife, Diane; Senator Barrasso; and my husband, Mark.

I appreciate the confidence the President and Secretary Clinton have placed in me by putting my name forward for your consideration.

Having served as Ambassador to Burkina Faso, I'm aware of the importance, if confirmed, of working with this committee and the Congress in order to advance United States interests in Malawi.

We want to make sure children have a chance to fulfill their potential.