Herb Kohl: “We can detect improper claims before they are paid and address weaknesses in our system more effectively.”

I rise today with great sadness to inform the Senate that Jennifer Green, a valued member of my staff and a cherished member of the Senate family, passed away last weekend after a brief illness. It is a comfort to all who knew Jennifer…

Senator Kohl. Director Mueller, while counterterrorism remains, as you have said, your number one priority, the FBI also plays a central role in protecting American innovation and businesses from the serious threat of trade secret theft…

This decision will allow the FBI to do a better job at protecting western Wisconsin and continue the strong local and federal law enforcement partnership there.

I rise to support and encourage passage of this farm bill. Farm bills are difficult measures to shepherd through this chamber. There has never been--and never will--be a `perfect' one in the eyes of every Member of this body. But American…