Business programs, the ppe in the idol. We all know that a good amount of the money is going where it shouldnt, to very wealthy companies, to companies that still have a lot of money, the companies that are taking loans, and even not even keeping their employees on. One of the biggest loans went to a large contributor of donald trump. So, we need transparency, and we need transparency in other ways, too. Our Small Business is really getting it . What about in the inner city . Are minorities and womenowned businesses getting it . Way we can improve these programs is to know what is happening with them. Mcconnell said lets wait and see how the programs are working. How are you going to see how the programs are working if they dont reveal where the money is going . If they are not transparent . Today moved on the floor there was no other action on the floor. There was no action scheduled this whole week. Leader mcconnell brought us back to deal with ideological issues to appeal to, i gues
We leave this event and go live to the u. S. Senate. Call p, pending . The presiding officer were not in a quorum call. Mr. Menendez i rise today as brave citizens in iran are taking to the streets to exercise their fundamental right to freely express their opinions and protest against their government. As a democracy founded on core values, including the freedom of speech, equal rights under the law, and basic human dignity, the United States must always stand up for those peacefully advocating for these principles. For decades america has championed these principles not only because they are right but because they promote our interests. We know that nations whose governments respect human rights and freedom of expression, that uphold the rule of law, that protect the civil rights and liberties of their people, these nations serve as americas most reliable allies, most Strategic Security relationships and most prosperous economic partners. Our enduring belief in Democratic Values comp
Foreign Relations Committee will come to order. In keeping with the great way that senator ramsey runs his committee, we start on time here, too. Well defer our opening comments out of respect for you so you can make your destruction and go about your business. You honor us by being here, we thank you for that. The floor is yours to introduce won of our nominees. Thank you, chairman corker and Ranking Member carden. Thank you for the chance to appear before the committee. He has been my budget director. He has tremendous knowledge and he has been able to coordinate many efficiently. He was born and raised in portland, oregon. He remains loyal to his west coast roots. After graduating college, he considered teaching diplomatic history. The opportunity to serve at the state department in a role that supports the creation and execution of Foreign Policy will be a great privilege. He began work at the legislative branch in 1989 and served in many positions including running the office of s
Ambassadors to afghanistan and bahrain. They were asked about the security in embassies of staff abroad. In addition they heard a nominee to head the african committee. This is two hours and 20 minutes. Foreign Relations Committee will come to order. In keeping with the great way that senator ramsey runs his committee, we start on time here, too. Well defer our opening comments out of respect for you so you can make your destruction and go about your business. You honor us by being here, we thank you for that. The floor is yours to introduce won of our nominees. Thank you, chairman corker and Ranking Member carden. Thank you for the chance to appear before the committee. He has been my budget director. He has tremendous knowledge and he has been able to coordinate many efficiently. He was born and raised in portland, oregon. He remains loyal to his west coast roots. After graduating college, he considered teaching diplomatic history. The opportunity to serve at the state department in
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