Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) and Senator Bob Casey, Jr. (D-PA) talked about U.S. foreign policy. Senator Casey remarked on the fear of chemical weapons in Syria and talked about the administration moving forward to recognize Syrian opposition. He also talked about Iran’s and Hezbollah’s relationship and aid to Syria. Representative Royce said he supports the NDAA amendment that shuts down businesses that have ties to Iran’s nuclear ambitions. He also said he’ll work to stop efforts to diminish sanctions on Iran.
“Congressional Remarks” was part of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies' 2012 Washington Forum, titled, “Dictators and Dissidents: Should the West Choose Sides?”