Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement regarding today’s announcement by President Obama and the European Union on applying a new round of targeted sectoral sanctions against Russia.
“President Putin responds only to strength and...
Washington, DC – A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators wrote Secretary of State Kerry today expressing deep concern over the deterioration of democracy, rule of law, and human rights in Venezuela and urged the Administration to apply targeted sanctions against Venezuelan individuals complicit in human rights violations.
The letter was signed by...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on the nearing default deadline for Argentina.
“There is no reason that a member of the G20 should fail to meet its international financial and legal obligations. Last month’s decision...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered the below statement, as prepared for delivery, at today’s hearing titled “Iran P5+1 Negotiation Extensions.”
“We have two panels today to give us an overview of the status of the P5+1 talks –...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement after meeting with the Presidents of Guatemala, Honduras and Foreign Minister of El Salvador.
“Today’s meeting provided an opportunity for frank discussion about how the U.S. Government and the Governments of...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered the below statement, as prepared for delivery, at today’s hearing titled “Iraq at a Crossroads: Options for U.S. Policy.”
“Today we will focus on Iraq and U.S. policy options. But, to fully examine the...
Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Chairman of Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, and Carl Levin (D-MI), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee wrote President Obama today, calling for broad sanctions against Russia’s defense...
Washington, DC –U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement after the Committee passed the Disabilities Treaty by a vote of 12 to 6.
“One hundred forty six nations and the European Union have ratified the Disabilities Treaty, but it will require American leadership to...
Washington, DC – The Senate approved a resolution today supporting Israel as it executes Operation Protective Edge against Hamas terrorists in Gaza. Senate Resolution 498 was authored by Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Charles Schumer (D-NY), and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH).
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Robert...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered the below statement, as prepared for delivery, at today’s hearing titled “Dangerous Passage: Central America in Crisis and the Exodus of Unaccompanied Minors.”
“We are here today because we have a...
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today delivered the following speech on Iran in the U.S. Senate:
“M. President, I again come to the floor to speak about one of our greatest national security challenges – a nuclear-armed Iran and the latest...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and U.S. Rep. Ed Royce (R-CA), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, wrote President Obama urging the Administration to increase attention to the goal of reunifying Cyprus. In the letter, the Chairmen wrote: “Reunification would allow...
Newark, NJ – U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the below statement regarding President Putin’s visit to Cuba:
“As Vladamir Putin launches his trip to Latin America at a moment when his international approval rating is plummeting, it’s hardly surprising that he...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sens. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Bob Corker (R-TN), and Chris Coons (D-DE) wrote President Obama today, urging the Administration to respond to the escalation of violence and the targeting of civilians in Darfur and the Two Areas of South Kordofan and Blue Nile.
In the letter, the Senators wrote: “The international...
Washington, DC – A bipartisan maritime security resolution reaffirming support of the U.S. government for freedom of navigation in the Asia-Pacific region and for the peaceful diplomatic resolution of outstanding territorial and maritime disputes passed the U.S. Senate late yesterday.
Senate Resolution 412 was introduced by Senators Robert...
Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Appeals Court ruling that $1.75 billion in Iranian funds was awarded to the families of victims of terror attacks perpetrated by Iran.
The ruling clears the way for funds to be distributed...
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Kelly Ayotte (R-NH), and Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today introduced a resolution expressing support for the State of Israel as it defends itself against unprovoked attacks from the Hamas terrorist organization.
The resolution:
Reaffirms the United States’ support...
Washington, DC – U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, delivered the below statement, as prepared for delivery, at today’s hearing titled “Russia and Developments in Ukraine.”
“This hearing will come to order. We have two distinguished panels today to help us look...
Newark, NJ – U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the below statement regarding the tragic murder of Israeli teenagers Naftali Fraenkel, Eyal Yifrach and Gilad Shaar:
“There are no words of condolence or solace that can ever comfort the bereaved families of Gilad, Naftali, and...
Newark, NJ - U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the below statement regarding the start of Ramadan:
“The holy month of Ramadan is marked by a period of fasting and self-reflection, a time defined by prayer, service, and charity. These are universal values, embraced by communities of...