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Having served as the former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, I feel well-prepared to assume the ranking membership of the subcommittee that oversees the management of the State Department and USAID, and to ensure our diplomacy efforts always advance U.S. national security interests and values. Bill Hagerty
As former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, I know how important it is to recognize the core concerns of our allies, and it was a travesty that our government ignored U.S. law and declined to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital for so many decades. Bill Hagerty
Every decision I will make as a U.S. senator will be based on two essential questions: Is this in the best interest of Tennessee, and is this in the best interest of the nation? Bill Hagerty
As the former Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, I understand that transportation infrastructure is vital to economic growth, particularly in states like Tennessee. Bill Hagerty
The biggest concern I have about Iran is that we’re going to see the Biden administration take steps to appease them that’s only going to accelerate their malign behavior in the entire Middle East region. Bill Hagerty
The Trump Administration awakened the world to Communist China’s predatory diplomatic, economic, technological, military, and moral challenge. Bill Hagerty
President Trump is the one that will bring unity to our party. Bill Hagerty
President Biden’s decision to rejoin the failed Paris Climate Accord props up our adversaries at the expense of American workers. Bill Hagerty
Having Jim Henry, someone who has spent his career serving our state, as my state director will bring tremendous experience to our state team and will help ensure that Tennesseans know my offices are available to help in their communities. Bill Hagerty
The United States cannot fall victim again to Tehran’s blackmail, bribery, and extortion by giving into its demands for sanctions relief. Bill Hagerty
Unsurprisingly, Iran used the nuclear deal’s massive financial windfall to fund proxy wars, terrorism, missiles, cyber attacks, and the barbarous Assad regime. Worse, the Obama administration responded slowly as ISIS conquered vast territory, Syria fell into chaos, and Russia reentered the Middle East for the first time since 1973. Bill Hagerty
Having served as Secretary of Agriculture for eight years under a previous administration as well as Governor of Iowa, there is no doubt that Tom Vilsack is qualified and understands the needs of our farmers, ranchers, and producers. Bill Hagerty
Destroying history, good or bad, is straight from the socialist playbook. Bill Hagerty
There’s a great appetite for American leadership in the world. Bill Hagerty
We should not damage our own economy by forcing citizens to choose between their jobs and their personal freedom. Bill Hagerty
Congress must proactively serve as a check on President Joe Biden’s headstrong drive to reset relations with Iran’s terror-sponsoring regime. Bill Hagerty
While Antony Blinken and I will not agree on everything, he is qualified to represent the United States and our interests abroad. Bill Hagerty
As Senator, I will always put America First and never support an ‘America Last’ foreign policy. Bill Hagerty
The United States must continue efforts to lead the world in holding accountable the Chinese Communist Party for all of its predatory and threatening behavior. Bill Hagerty
China is a hegemon. Bill Hagerty
We have good sushi in Nashville, I wouldn’t want to slight any of the great restaurants there. But in Tokyo, there are more Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere else. Bill Hagerty
It is deeply concerning to learn that Linda Thomas-Greenfield repeatedly praised autocratic China’s aggressive and troubling expansion into Africa during a 2019 speech at the Chinese government-directed Confucius Institute in Georgia. Bill Hagerty
The Senate is not a court for trying private citizens. Bill Hagerty
Our global adversaries benefit when the United States burdens itself with policies that our competitors ignore. Bill Hagerty
The voters of Tennessee sent me to Washington with a clear mandate that includes securing our border, restoring the integrity of our immigration system so that it serves American interests, and standing against unethical political favors and corruption. Bill Hagerty
Our priorities must be to continue to secure our border, strengthen our legal immigration system, and protect jobs for hardworking Americans. Bill Hagerty
The 45th president no longer holds office. There is no sanction available under the constitution, in our view, for him to be removed from office that he no longer holds. Bill Hagerty
Former President Donald Trump freed U.S. military commanders from unsound Obama-era constraints and enabled our troops to militarily defeat the ISIS caliphate. Bill Hagerty
Let me be clear: My purpose is not to put Congress in charge of state elections. That’s the opposite of what I want.The Constitution rightly commits this authority to the state legislatures. Bill Hagerty
We became energy independent under President Trump. It is strong for our economy, strong for our national security. Bill Hagerty
The Biden Administration has made it clear that they do not intend to adhere to our immigration laws, so the Senate must work to support law enforcement and enhance our national security. Bill Hagerty
As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I will fight for the interests of Tennesseans and all Americans while working to eliminate wasteful, duplicative, and unnecessary spending. Bill Hagerty
As the former Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, I have a deep appreciation for how vital the tourism and hospitality industries are to our state. Bill Hagerty
When I was serving as ambassador to Japan, I spent more than half my time on national security and defense-related issues. Bill Hagerty
Israel is a fellow democracy, a vibrant and dynamic economic partner, and our most important ally in the Middle East. Bill Hagerty
I believe that we really do need unity here in America. Bill Hagerty
In this country, we believe in personal choice and individual liberty. Bill Hagerty
As our children fall further behind, we need an Education Secretary who is on the side of students and parents, not teachers’ unions. Bill Hagerty
My father worked road construction, and I worked my way through college doing road construction. I was the first male in my family to have a college degree. Bill Hagerty
Public viewpoints and opinions evolve over time and knowledge expands if given the space to do so. That’s a good thing. Bill Hagerty
I was fortunate to benefit from Secretary Shultz’s advice and counsel when I served as U.S. Ambassador to Japan. Bill Hagerty
Tennessee taxpayer dollars should not be sent to subsidize unconstitutional election practices in other states. Bill Hagerty
As long as the Biden administration fails to see and speak to the difference between our allies and terrorists, our adversaries will continue to push boundaries and spark more and more violent division. Bill Hagerty
Dominant, ubiquitous Big Tech platforms are increasingly choosing which speakers and messages are approved for public discussion, using opaque, inconsistent, and politically motivated moderation practices that change by the day. Bill Hagerty
Americans must have faith that presidential election rules are established through the transparent, democratic process required by the U.S. Constitution to guarantee public accountability and preserve federalism. Bill Hagerty
As a member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, I will work hard to ensure the interests of Oak Ridge and Y-12 continue to be represented to ensure Tennessee remains a leader in keeping America safe. Bill Hagerty
I lived 90 miles South of Nashville when I was broadcasting on a radio station in Huntsville, Alabama, early in my career, and I used to go up to Nashville all the time. I loved Music Row and I loved the city. Bill Hagerty
As the former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, I dealt on a daily basis with China. Bill Hagerty
The Trump Administration kept its promise to move the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem, the eternal and indivisible capital of the Jewish State of Israel, and it should remain there. Bill Hagerty
We must ensure that every American’s vote is protected and that every American can be confident in the results of our elections. Bill Hagerty
While there will be policy disagreements, Secretary Vilsack has broad support across the agriculture community, including the Tennessee Farm Bureau, and has committed to working with the U.S. Trade Representative to help create more partnerships in foreign markets, which will serve the interests of farmers across my state for generations to come. Bill Hagerty
I love Tennessee. I have a heart for Tennessee. Bill Hagerty
Our nation was founded on the idea that protecting citizens’ speech from the government would protect the people’s right to govern themselves by preventing the government from controlling information and ideas. Bill Hagerty
In the midst of a public health crisis, HHS does not need a leader who has prioritized progressive policies, including government-run health care, partial-birth abortion, and decriminalizing illegal immigration. Bill Hagerty
China is moving aggressively every day moving against us militarily, and diplomatically, and certainly economically in a very predatory manner. They don’t play by the same rules as we do. We have to be present and pushing back. Bill Hagerty
The Chinese Communist Party are oppressing their own people in incredibly negative ways. Bill Hagerty
America First has worked for America, it needs to continue to work for America. Bill Hagerty
George Shultz is one of the most exceptional individuals and public servants our country has known. Bill Hagerty
America is the greatest nation in history, and I join all Tennesseans in supporting our country’s continued strength and success. Bill Hagerty
The criminal elements here in America are thriving under the Biden Administration. Bill Hagerty
Because Beijing respects only strength, I urge Secretary of State Blinken and National Security Advisor Sullivan to continue and expand the strong and effective China strategy and policies implemented during the Trump Administration until we and our allies are able to verify that China’s malign activities have ended. Bill Hagerty
The United States needs a representative at the United Nations who fully comprehends the diplomatic, economic, technological, military, and moral dimensions of the most serious global challenge we face – the Communist regime in China as well as one who is clear-eyed about other threats to our Republic and allies. Bill Hagerty
The course of the 21st century will be largely defined by how the United States and our allies meet the monumental diplomatic, economic, military, and technological challenges posed by China under the Chinese Communist Party. Bill Hagerty
When I was serving as U.S. ambassador to Japan, I worked very hard to get Japan to stop importing oil from Iran, the world’s leading sponsor of terrorism. It was a challenge for Japan – a nation that imports most of its energy – but ultimately the Japanese agreed. Bill Hagerty
As the former U.S. Ambassador to Japan, I understand the importance of having a competent, empowered, and level-headed Secretary of State. Bill Hagerty
Tennessee has a strong history of conservative stewardship of taxpayer dollars. Bill Hagerty
We have many citizens in Tennessee who felt forgotten and left out because of the elite perspective of those on the coast. Bill Hagerty
It is critical that Congress proactively serve as a check on the Biden Administration’s irresponsible and dangerous appeasement efforts, especially as Iran’s terror-sponsoring regime continues to back aggression against Americans abroad. Bill Hagerty
Democrats would pull the ladder from aspiring Americans and create a permanent status of government-run mediocrity. Bill Hagerty
We need to take into account our allies in the Middle East including Israel, Saudi Arabia, and their concerns before we leap to the side of Europe and do things just that they want just because they want to be back in business with Iran. Bill Hagerty
Our nation’s peaceful transfer of power is at the very bedrock of our republic, but also a clear example to the rest of the world. Bill Hagerty
Ensuring that those who live in the Upper Cumberland region have a U.S. Senate office on a permanent basis was a top priority of mine as I took office. Bill Hagerty
Government censorship of speech with which it disagrees not only violates the First Amendment, but is antithetical to the American system, which posits that Americans are capable of determining for themselves what to believe. Bill Hagerty
Families across Tennessee have to live within a budget, the State of Tennessee balances its budget each year, and Tennesseans rightly expect Washington to do the same. Bill Hagerty
Facebook’s decision to uphold its suspension of former President Donald Trump’s account underscores that Big Tech corporations are attempting to control what the American people are allowed to say and hear. Bill Hagerty
The Constitution rightly commits the authority of state elections to state legislatures, not Congress, but Congress must protect the Electoral College and should not subsidize an unconstitutional process in which state election laws are trampled on, like we saw in some states in 2020. Bill Hagerty
I am pro-vaccine, but I am anti-government mandates on workers because I support the rights of American workers. Bill Hagerty
The United States needs an EPA Administrator who understands that job growth and environmental protection are not mutually exclusive. Bill Hagerty
The model of the Abraham Accords between Israel and the Arab world serves as a powerful reminder that diplomacy is not an end itself, but a means to an end – and one that must be backed by political, economic, and military power to be effective. Bill Hagerty
Republicans want to put Americans, not the federal government, in control of their lives and families. Bill Hagerty
Michael Regan is being placed at the EPA not to pursue a responsible, common sense agenda that protects our clean air and water and jobs, but instead to carry the water for an extremist agenda. Bill Hagerty
For so many Americans, it seems outlandish that we would have to explain that fascism, socialism, and communism do not work. We have seen it fail across the globe, and when it is implemented, people suffer. We cannot allow it to grow in America, the greatest country the world has ever known. Bill Hagerty
Keeping our 5G network clean and clear is something that we’ve invested a tremendous amount of time in as a nation. Bill Hagerty
You know, I’m from Tennessee, a flyover state. Bill Hagerty
In 2015, 2016 before President Trump, there was a theme of hopelessness that good manufacturing jobs aren’t coming back. Obama said you can’t just wave a magic wand and bring these jobs back. Well, under President Trump and Amb. Lighthizer leadership on trade: Abracadabra! Bill Hagerty
As the U.S. ambassador to Japan, I saw firsthand how oppressive regimes in North Korea, Russia, and China attempted to erase history; it’s part of their playbook. Bill Hagerty
We must safeguard future elections and the sanctity of the Electoral College, so that states like Tennessee always have an important voice in deciding the presidency. Bill Hagerty
The plain text of the Constitution is clear. It only permits impeachment and conviction of ‘The President’ and requires that the Chief Justice preside when the President is tried. Bill Hagerty
The hardworking people of Tennessee believe strongly in maintaining a robust military, taking care of our veterans and investing in our infrastructure and national parks. Bill Hagerty
Local jurisdictions that refuse to cooperate with federal law enforcement jeopardize the safety of American communities and put our officers at greater risk of danger. Bill Hagerty
As a business person, I will focus intensely on rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse in Washington. Bill Hagerty
No one knows better than Leader McConnell how to master the rules of the parliamentary procedure rules here in the Senate. Bill Hagerty
To protect the national security interests, economic interests, and moral interests of the United States and our allies in the Indo-Pacific, I urge the Biden Administration to hold China accountable for its wide range of malign and predatory behavior. Bill Hagerty
Telephone companies do not shut off your phone line based on what political views you express during calls. The same logic should apply today to Big Tech. Bill Hagerty
The Democrats have a plan, their plan is to humiliate and embarrass the Republican voters that supported President Trump. Bill Hagerty
Americans – not the government – must be in charge of deciding what the truth is. Bill Hagerty
America is hungry for strong leadership. Bill Hagerty
Our government should be working to enhance national security and protect American workers, and its leaders should be persons whose judgment and ethical history are beyond reproach. Bill Hagerty
America needs a diplomat at the United Nations who fully comprehends the diplomatic, economic, technological, military, and moral dimensions of China’s challenge. Bill Hagerty
We need to re-elect President Donald Trump, who has promised that, under his leadership, America will never be a socialist country. Bill Hagerty
