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May 12, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on UN Human Rights Council Elections; Urges Congress to Withhold Funding andPass UN Reform Bill
May 7, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Calls on White House to Maintain and Strengthen Sanctions on Syria Set to Expire Today
May 6, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on UN Board’s Call for Reparations from Israel
May 6, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Quick Passage of Panama Free Trade Agreement In letter to President, says Panama has proactively addressed concerns
May 5, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Joins House Leadership for Meeting with Afghan President
May 5, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Hezbollah-Linked Drug Ring in Hemisphere Will Host Classified Briefing to Discuss Hezbollah Ties in Region
May 5, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on UN Report’s Bias against Israel Urges Congress to Pass UN Reform Bill, Not Provide More Funds for UN Agencies
May 4, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on World Press Freedom Day
May 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Oren Appointment as Israeli Ambassador to U.S.
April 29, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Administration’s First 100 Days Foreign Policy
April 28, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Speak at North Korean Freedom Rally
April 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on U.S. Funding of Che Guevara Event; Condemns Use of Taxpayer Funds to Praise Brutal Che
April 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Reiterates Gaza Funding Concerns as Tunnel Activity, Smuggling on the Rise
April 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Reported Diplomatic Ties between Palestinian Authority and Venezuela Urges U.S. to Rethink Aid to Palestinian Authority
April 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet with South Korean Human Rights Ambassador
April 23, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Meets with SOUTHCOM Commander Raises concern regarding Iranian influence in Hemisphere
April 22, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Presses Secretary Clinton on Latin America Agenda
April 22, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Speak Today, Wednesday, April 22, at Lantos Holocaust Archives Dedication Also selected to light candle at Holocaust remembrance ceremony Thursday
April 21, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen oped in Miami Herald: Empower democracy, rein in tyrants
April 20, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Wednesday’s Hearing with Secretary Clinton
April 20, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Sponsors Thursday Forum on Iran and Israel-Palestinian Issues with Jerusalem Post’s Caroline Glick
April 20, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet with Special Envoy to Discuss Holocaust Restitution, U.S. Role at Prague Conference
April 20, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Descent of Durban 2 Conference into Hate-Fest; Urges U.S., responsible nations to deny Durban 2 funding, support alternative forums to combat bigotry
April 15, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Supplemental’s North Korea Provisions in Wake of Launch and other Threats
April 14, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Reports of UN Misuse of U.S. Funds in Afghanistan; Urges Congress to Pass UN Reform Bill
April 13, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Chavez Visit to Cuba
April 13, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Administration’s Troop Funding Request
April 7, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on ALBA Summit; Venezuela summit set to promote anti-democratic agenda
April 6, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Chavez Offer, from Iran, to ‘Reset’ U.S.-Venezuelan Relations
April 5, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces North Korea Sanctions Bill; New legislation conditions diplomatic relations, non-humanitarian aid on abandonment of illicit nuclear and weapons programs, human rights progress
April 5, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on North Korean Missile Launch; Expresses grave concern over North Korea’s partnership with Iran
April 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Ortega Visit to Cuba, Venezuela
April 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Intellectual Property Piracy Ahead of Monday’s Los Angeles Hearing
April 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Venezuelan Guantanamo Charade
April 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Growing Iran-Venezuela Alliance, Threats to U.S. and Region
April 2, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Senior State Department Officials to Make Chavez Assault on Venezuelan Democracy and Human Rights a U.S. Priority, including at Upcoming Summit
April 2, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces Resolution Supporting the Deployment of U.S. Missile Defense Shield in Europe
April 2, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Meets Today with High-Level State Department Officials to Discuss Anti-Semitism, Assault on Democracy in Venezuela
April 1, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on GAO Report Finding Deficiencies in State Department, IAEA Nuclear Oversight; Iran, Syria among rogue states receiving U.S. money for nuclear programs
March 31, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on U.S. Decision to Run for UN Human Rights Council
March 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Administration’s Afghanistan Outline
March 26, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen/GOP Leadership Op-ed, "Cut Off Relief Agency"
March 25, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on UN Rapporteur’s Anti-Israel Report Urges U.S. to Condition Joining Human Rights Council on Real Reform
March 24, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on U.S.-Taiwan Alliance As House Expected to Pass Resolution on Taiwan Relations Act
March 24, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Resolution on Greek Independence Expected to Pass in the House Today
March 24, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Meets Today with South Korean Ambassador
March 19, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen/Pence Op-ed: Fight Bigotry – Stay Away from Durban II
March 18, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Increased Iran/Hezbollah Activity In Western Hemisphere; Admiral tells Senate that Iran steps up efforts in region
March 17, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Anniversary of Israeli Embassy Attack in Argentina
March 16, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen: As Syria Jails Dissidents, U.S. Seeks Thaw?
March 13, 2009 As UN Ban Calls U.S. “Deadbeat,” Ros-Lehtinen UN Reform Bill Reaches 75 Co-Sponsors in House
March 12, 2009 Media Advisory: Ros-Lehtinen on FOX News Tomorrow to Discuss UNRWA-Extremist Controversy
March 11, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Criticizes UN Chief for Calling U.S. “the Biggest Deadbeat” During Wednesday Meeting with House Members
March 11, 2009 In Case You Missed It: Ros-Lehtinen Comments on UN Secretary-General Referring to U.S. as “Deadbeat” Donor
March 10, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Concerned with Growing Islamist Extremist Threat in Africa Notes military intelligence sees increased capacity of al-Qaeda in Africa
March 10, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Says Congress Ought to Pass Trade Agreement with Ally, Friend Colombia Rather than Reward Cuban Regime
March 9, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Highlight Western Hemisphere Security Challenges; At hearing, will say U.S. Policy must Promote Democracy, Stability, Prosperity
March 9, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Meets with Richard Gere on 50th Anniversary of Dalai Lama Exile This Week, Co-authors resolution supporting the people of Tibet
March 6, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen, Boehner, Cantor, McCotter, Pence Question Omnibus Funding for UN Palestinian Agency Partnering with Banks Targeted by U.S
March 6, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Calls on Special Envoy to Support Holocaust Survivors, Advance Restitution and Compensation Measures at Prague Conference
March 4, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Applauds Argentina’s Seizure of Properties of Iranian Official Linked to 1994 AMIA Attack Urges Responsible Nations to Hold Iran and Hezbollah Accountable
March 4, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Ruling by European Court of Human Rights that Turkey Violated Rights of Greek Orthodox Foundation
March 4, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Calls for Comprehensive Peace and Justice in Darfur, Appointment of Special Envoy for Sudan
March 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Says “New” Approach towards Syria Repeats Old, Failed Policies
March 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Attack on Sri Lankan Cricket Team Touring Pakistan
March 2, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Questions Whether $900 Million Bailout for Gaza & Palestinian Authority is Best Use of Taxpayer Funds and Advances U.S. Security Interests
February 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces Legislation to Tighten Sanctions on Iran, Syria; Measures target nuclear and other weapons programs of these rogue regimes
February 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Report that U.S. Will Stay Away From Durban 2 Preparation Meetings; Urges Administration, other nations to withdraw from conference itself and deny funding for meeting; Urges Congress to Pass Resolution
February 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Worldwide State of Human Rights Outlined in State Department Reports, Says reports illustrate need for alternatives to compromised UN Council
February 27, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Notes Israel’s Commitment to Human Rights, Raises Concerns about State Department Reporting on so-called Territories
February 25, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Meets with Colombian Foreign and Defense Ministers, Renews call to support U.S. ally and strengthen economic ties
February 25, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Says Russian Policies of Corruption, Destabilization Must Stop in Order for Continued Integration with West Introduces bill calling for conditions on G8 membership
February 25, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Thursday with Secretary of State Clinton, Met Tuesday with Israeli Deputy Director of North American Affairs; Wednesday meeting scheduled with Afghan officials
February 24, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Foreign Affairs Omnibus Funding Says Some Increases Put Taxpayer Funds at Risk
February 23, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Tuesday with Greek Foreign Minister Bakoyannis
February 20, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on New Reports of Iran & Syria Nuclear Activities Leads Congressional Efforts to Curb Threat
February 20, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Honors Victims of Brothers to the Rescue Shoot-down Urges immediate action to hold Castro brothers accountable
February 20, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Commented Today on Preparations for UN's Durban 2, Urges U.S. to Walk Away Preparations Feature Anti-Israel Bias, Hostility to Gay Rights
February 19, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on al-Qaeda Kidnapping of UN Personnel and Tourists in Africa Warns of Growing Threat of Radical Islamist Extremism in Africa
February 19, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Pleased UAE Allowing Israeli Male Tennis Player In, Urges that Israeli Female Player Also Be Granted Entry Hopes no future impediment to Israeli athletes by UAE
February 18, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Release of Egyptian Dissident Ayman Nour Expresses optimism for greater respect for democracy and human rights
February 17, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Says UAE's Decision to Bar Israeli Tennis Player Is Setback for Human Rights, Not behavior of nation who seeks stronger relations with the U.S.
February 15, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Venezuelan Referendum
February 13, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Leads Way in Protecting Taxpayer Dollars With Critical Foreign Aid and United Nations Reform Bills
February 12, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Says White House Decision to Waive Sanctions on Syria Rewards Extremist Regime and Undermines U.S. Interests
February 10, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Host Wednesday Meeting with Israel Expert Oren, Will discuss situation in Gaza, Israeli elections, U.S. regional security interests
February 6, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Requests Cutoff of Funding to Compromised UN Relief Agency for Palestinian Refugees
February 4, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen at Thursday Rally for Venezuelan Jewish Community, Will express solidarity in face of ongoing anti-Semitic attacks
February 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Raises Concern of Rising Anti-Semitism in Venezuela, Calls for Action Under International Religious Freedom Law
February 3, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Wednesday with Taiwanese Ambassador
February 1, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns Attack on Synagogue in Venezuela
January 29, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on New EU Policy towards Hamas, Urges Adherence to Existing Law
January 29, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Report of Bias, Infiltration, Support for Hamas at UN Relief Agency for Palestinian Refugees, Calls for Cutoff of Assistance Until Bias, Islamist Extremism Uprooted
January 28, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Announces Ranking GOP Members of Foreign Affairs Subcommittees
January 15, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Reintroduces Bipartisan UN Reform Legislation as Iran Assumes Chair of UNDP Governing Board
January 14, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces New Measures to Address Security Issues in Africa and the Western Hemisphere and Broadcasting Reform
January 14, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces Middle East Measures
January 14, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Today with UAE Ambassador
January 4, 2009 Ros-Lehtinen Speaks with Israeli Prime Minister on Crisis; Reiterates Support for Jewish State’s Right to Self-Defense
December 31, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Calls on U.S. and Allies to Fight Isolation of Israel, Not Participate in Durban II
December 30, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges White House, State Department to Block Anti-Israel Action at UN, Press UN to Hold Hamas Accountable
December 29, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Says Chinese Aggression in Tibet Purges Free Speech, Reflects True Nature of Communist Regime
December 28, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Expresses Support for Israel’s Response in Gaza to Escalation of Rocket Attacks by Hamas
December 17, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Criticism of Durban II Conference, Urges U.S. and Allies Not to Participate
December 17, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Says UN System Marred by Inaction, Bias, Corruption
December 10, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Reappointed to Lead Foreign Affairs Committee Republicans
December 10, 2008 On 60th Anniversary of Human Rights Declaration, Ros-Lehtinen Criticizes UN for Bias and Inaction
December 9, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Calls for Release of Chinese Political Prisoner
December 4, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Says Hasty EU Accord with Syria Ignores Continued Deception, Obstruction
December 3, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on New Charges of Chinese Internet Censorship
December 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Address Foreign Policy Challenges Facing U.S.
December 1, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Celebrates Progress on World AIDS Day
November 24, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Calls for Solidarity with Israel In Face of Ongoing Abuse at UN
October 24, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Files Brief in Federal Court to Protect Legal Rights of Holocaust Survivors Seeking to Settle Insurance Claims
October 22, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Colombia's Arrest of Three Suspects with Reported Ties to Hezbollah
October 11, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Criticizes U.S. Decision to Remove North Korean Regime from List of State Sponsors of Terrorism
October 9, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Says U.S.-India Civil Nuclear Agreement Benefits Both Nations and Strengthens Ties with Democratic Ally
October 8, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Enactment of N. Korea Human Rights Act
October 3, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Defense Cooperation with Taiwan Following Administration's Decision to Aid U.S Ally
September 30, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Report that Iran Ready to Aid Syria's Bid to Join Board of UN Nuclear Watchdog Agency Reiterates Urgency of Congressional Passage of UN Reform Measure
September 29, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Greater Cooperation with African Allies to Counter Spread of Violent Islamic Extremism and Increasing Iranian Activities in the Region
September 27, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Floor Statement on Legislation Strengthening Security Assistance to South Korea and Israel
September 27, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Floor Statement on Iran Sanctions Legislation
September 26, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Floor Statement on U.S.-India Nuclear Agreement
September 25, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Passage of Resolution by UN Human Rights Council Criticizing Israel Reiterates Call for Congress to Pass UN Reform Bill
September 23, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Expects Passage of N. Korea Human Rights Act Reform legislation would improve efforts to promote human rights and protect refugees fleeing political and economic repression
September 23, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Ahmadinejad's Speech at UN Decries Efforts to Honor Iranian Leader
September 23, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Statements by New UN Assembly Leader Reiterates Calls for Comprehensive Reform of UN System
September 19, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Reports that Iran, Syria May Join Board of UN Nuclear Watchdog Agency Urges Congressional Passage of UN Reform Measure
September 11, 2008 Text of Statement by Ros-Lehtinen on 9/11 Anniversary
September 9, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Criticizes New UN Human Rights Chief's Support for Planned Durban II Conference; Reiterates Call for Boycott
September 3, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Tonight with Parliamentarians from Georgia
August 29, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Accelerated Help for Georgia in Wake of Russia Invasion
August 19, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Calls on Administration to Pull Nuclear Accord with Russia "The 123 Agreement must be withdrawn to prevent the potential future use of U.S. nuclear technology and assistance...against our democratic allies neighboring Russia."
August 19, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen on Russia's Continued Aggression "The Russian government has forfeited any right to expect to be treated as a responsible member of the international community"
August 13, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Continuing Reports of UN Peacekeepers Sexually Abusing Children, Calls for Full Investigation
August 11, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Confers with Negroponte on Crisis in Georgia "We must not buy into Russia's campaign of disinformation to cover-up its increasingly aggressive military ambitions"
August 8, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Outbreak of Violence in Georgia
August 6, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns Election of Castro Official to UN Rights Council
July 30, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Enactment of HIV-AIDS Legislation; President to sign Lantos-Hyde Bill to Curb HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis & Malaria
July 30, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Death of June Walker
July 29, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Wednesday with Envoy from Israel Among issues are Iranian threat and Israel-bashing at United Nations
July 25, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Enactment of HIV-AIDS Legislation President to sign Lantos-Hyde Bill to Curb HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
July 24, 2008 House to Approve Legislation Co-authored by Ros-Lehtinen to Curb Worldwide Pandemic of HIV/AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis "An opportunity to eliminate a grave threat to international security"
July 24, 2008 Committee Approves Ros-Lehtinen Cosponsored Resolutions Darfur, Russia 123, and Durban Review Conference Resolutions OK'd
July 23, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Criticizes Chinese Human Rights Record at HearingToday's hearing focuses on China on eve of Olympics
July 22, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen, Blunt to Meet with Colombian Defense Minister Will discuss regional economic and security issues at Wednesday meeting
July 21, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns UN Peacekeepers Homage to Hezbollah Dead
July 16, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Senate Passage of Lantos-Hyde Reauthorization Bill to Battle AIDS, TB and Malaria
July 16, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Supports Amendment Urging Continued Cooperation with Colombia to Defeat Rebels
July 16, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Speak at Falun Gong Rally on Thursday On eve of Olympics, China has broken pledge to improve human rights
July 16, 2008 Committee Passes Ros-Lehtinen Cosponsored Legislation Bills include condemning persecution of Baha'is in Iran and supporting restitution of property confiscated by Nazi and Communist regimes
July 15, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Expects Passage of AMIA Resolution Bill commemorates 1994 attack in Buenos Aires carried out by Iranian-backed militants
July 11, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns UN Failure to Pass Resolution on Zimbabwe "The UN, it seems, has forfeited any claims to substance or legitimacy"
July 11, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Decision by French Energy Company to Cancel its $10 Billion Partnership with Iran
July 10, 2008 Moscow Now Within Range of Iran's Missiles, Ros-Lehtinen Says; "Sobering fact should persuade Russia to stop helping Iran"
July 9, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Saudi Arabia to Increase Oil Output Ros-Lehtinen also renews call for U.S. to produce energy-efficient technologies
July 8, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Syria Bill Reaches 150 Cosponsors
July 7, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen on Venezuela-Hezbollah Ties
July 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen on Today's Attack in Jerusalem "Demonstrates the existential challenges Israel has faced since its independence"
July 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Congratulates Colombia on Rescue of FARC Hostages "Now, more than ever, the U.S. must support our ally, Colombia"
June 26, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Criticizes U.S. Decision to Remove N. Korea from List of State Sponsors of Terrorism
June 25, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Israel for Meetings, Speech
June 25, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Speak at Zionist Organization of America Luncheon Will Address Iranian and Syrian Threats, UN Anti-Semitism
June 24, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen UN Reform Bill Reaches 50 Cosponsors Republican Leader, Whip Sign on to Demand Reform at United Nations
June 23, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to meet this week with Envoys from Britain, Argentina Among issues are Islamic extremism, Iran, UN reform and AMIA
June 19, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Calls Action by UN Human Rights Council Shameful "Its current actions have pushed it to brink of endorsing and encouraging abuses"
June 18, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Zimbabwe Arms Resolution House passes Ros-Lehtinen legislation commending South African dock workers and regional governments for refusal to unload armaments bound for Mugabe
June 17, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Expects House Passage of Zimbabwe Arms Resolution Bill commends South African dock workers and regional governments for refusal to unload armaments bound for Mugabe
June 17, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Schedules Meetings this Week with U.S. Envoys to Venezuela, Cuba
June 13, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on UNICEF Ties to Saudi Extremist-Linked Charity
June 10, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges House Passage of Merida Initiative; Vote expected today on Merida Initiative to strengthen regional cooperation to combat drug trafficking, gangs, and organized crime
June 5, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen and GOP Colleagues Urge Administration to Withdraw Nuclear Cooperation Agreement with Russia
June 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Host Meeting on 2009 UN Racism Conference; Meeting with Diplomats, Activists, and Members of Congress to Discuss Durban II
May 27, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Report of UN Peacekeepers Raping Children; Troops Who Abuse Children Often Granted Impunity
May 22, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on U.S. Decision to Seek Nuclear Cooperation Agreement with Saudi Arabia "At a time when Saudi Arabia and its allies in the OPEC cartel are squeezing consumers with devastatingly high oil prices, the Bush Administration is rewarding the Kingdom with promises of future nuclear cooperation"
May 22, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Results of UN Human Rights Council Election Results reinforce view that Council is "beyond repair"
May 22, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Alternative Energy Sources to Counter Rising Oil Prices Warns of Security Ramifications of Allowing Gas OPEC & Nuclear Proliferation
May 22, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Address Hellenic/Cyprus Conference on Thursday
May 20, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Says U.S. Support for Israel a Moral Imperative and Security Necessity; Separately, Ros-Lehtinen to meet with U.S. Security Advisor to Palestinians Gen. Dayton
May 19, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Schedules Tuesday Meeting to Urge House Action Legislation to Settle Holocaust-Era Insurance Claims
May 16, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Emergency U.S. Food Aid to Haiti Announced Today
May 15, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Interpol's Confirmation Colombia Did Not Tamper with Computers Seized in FARC Raid
May 14, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces Resolution to Combat Anti-Semitism
May 14, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns UNDP Retaliation Against Whistleblower Agency reportedly fired employee after he exposed ties to militant group
May 14, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Receive Taiwanese Medal of Honor on Thursday
May 13, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Decision by Administration to Send Congress U.S.-Russian Nuclear Cooperation Agreement
May 13, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Expects House Passage Today of N. Korea Human Rights Act Separate legislation also expected to pass clarifies verification of North Korea's nuclear program and conditions for removal from State Sponsors of Terrorism List
May 13, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Wednesday with World Bank President on Food Crisis Urges nations to step up production to stabilize prices
May 12, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet Tuesday with Afghan Foreign Minister Agenda includes drug trade, police training, and Iranian interference
May 8, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Hezbollah Violence in Lebanon
May 8, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Proposed U.S.-Russian Nuclear Cooperation Agreement "...wrong signal at a time when the Russian government is knowingly pursuing policies that undermine both U.S. interests and global security."
May 8, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Meets Today with Panamanian President Trade, Merida Initiative, Cuba, and UN voting issues among topics
May 7, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Greater Cooperation with Pakistan to Curb Lawlessness in Tribal Areas that Border Afghanistan
May 5, 2008 Senate Hearing Tuesday on Holocaust Era Insurance Restitution Ros-Lehtinen legislation also pending action in the House of Reps.
May 5, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen, Meek Others Urge U.S. Food Assistance to Haiti Also urge investment in U. of Miami Global Institute sustainable food security project
May 5, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet with U.S. Envoy to Mexico to Discuss Joint Initiative to Curb Threat of Narcotics, Organized Crime
May 5, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Deliver Remarks Tonight at American Jewish Congress Annual Ambassadors Dinner
May 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Reports of UN Peacekeeping Corruption
April 30, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Action to Stop Gas OPEC & Natural gas exporting countries threaten to establish cartel
April 29, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Expects Passage of N. Korea Human Rights Act Wednesday Committee vote coincides with Ros-Lehtinen meeting with families of Japanese abducted by North Korea
April 28, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Meet with Colombian Attorney General Wednesday Meeting to discuss ongoing efforts to improve human rights record
April 24, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Introduction of Senate Version of Syria Accountability and Liberation Act
April 24, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Joins Laura Bush to Launch Congressional Caucus to Fight Malaria and Raise Awareness about Killer Disease
April 23, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Reform of U.S. Foreign Aid Programs "U.S. taxpayers need to know that our foreign aid is yielding results..."
April 21, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen on Israel's 60th Anniversary; Vote Tuesday on Resolution "Israel has proven that democracy, liberty, prosperity and innovation can indeed thrive in the Middle East..."
April 17, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces North Korea Human Rights Act; Legislation co-authored with Chairman Berman may see vote in late April
April 17, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Meets with Egyptian Foreign Minister: Focused on violent extremism, fate of Gilad Shalit, gay bashing and human rights
April 16, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen To Meet Thursday with Egyptian FM, S. Korean President Issues include Egypt’s effort to combat violent extremism, North Korea
April 14, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Schedules Open Briefing and Series of Meetings Tuesday on Anti-U.S./Israel Incitement and Palestinian Violent Extremism
April 10, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on UN Official Call for Investigation of U.S. Involvement in 9/11 Attacks
April 10, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Regrets Delay of U.S.-Colombia Trade Deal
April 7, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Colombia FTA Agreement formally sent to Congress for approval
April 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Floor Statement on Lantos-Hyde HIV/AIDS Act
March 28, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on North Korea Missile Test Pyongyang's actions and statements make it increasingly clear that the regime has no intention of abandoning its nuclear programs
March 26, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Election of Jean Zieglerand Appointment of Richard Falk at UN Human Rights Council
March 25, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Swiss Government to Withdraw Support for Jean Ziegler, Anti-Semitic Apologist for Dictators, as UN Human Rights Advisor
March 18, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns Beijing's Policies in Tibet Critical of removal from U.S. list of countries with major human rights concerns; Warns of potential for Beijing&rsquo's repression of rights advocates during Olympics
March 18, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Expresses Concern about OAS Resolution on Colombia Urges regional support for Colombia's efforts against violent FARC extremists
March 14, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen, Mack Introduce House Resolution Urging Designation of Venezuela as State Sponsor of Terrorism
March 12, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Meets with Colombian Defense Minister Reiterates request for sharing of documents seized from FARC; Pledges support for Congressional passage of Colombian trade agreement
March 11, 2008 House Passes Ros-Lehtinen Sponsored Resolutions: Greek Independence & Holocaust Archives Bills OK’d
March 7, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns Murderous Palestinian Attack on Israeli School, Calls for Hold on U.S. Aid to Palestinian Authority
March 7, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Says President Chavez's Remarks About Colombia & Israel Reveals Contempt for Democracy, Israel and Embrace of Violent Extremism
March 6, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Colombia to Share Intelligence Seized in Weekend Raid
March 6, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Questions Secretary Gates on Afghan Opium Problem In meeting with Committee, Gates also discusses nuclear proliferation, need to better coordinate U.S. government response to security threats
March 5, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Applauds House Passage of Taiwan Elections Resolution
March 5, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Meets with Jordan’s King Abdullah; Separately, House OKs resolution condemning Palestinian attacks on Israel
March 4, 2008 Colombia’s Raid on FARC Raises New Concerns About Iran-Venezuela Ties Says Ros-Lehtinen
March 3, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on New UN Sanctions Against Iran
March 3, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Colombia Raid on FARC; Alleged FARC Ties to Venezuela and Ecuador Regimes
February 28, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Applauds Arbour Decision to Step Down from UN Human Rights Post
February 27, 2008 House of Representatives Approves Andean Trade Initiative;Ros-Lehtinen Urges Passage of Free Trade Agreement with Colombia
February 27, 2008 Committee Approves Global HIV/AIDS Bill Co-Authored by Ros-Lehtinen;Also Approved are Resolutions on Middle East Refugees, Palestinian Rocket attacks on Israel; Holocaust Archives, Litvinenko & Taiwan
February 25, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Support for Extension of Andean Trade Initiative Renews Call for Passage of Free Trade Agreement with Colombia
February 14, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Third Anniversary of Hariri Assassination
February 12, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen to Raise Concerns over Iran-Venezuela Ties During Scheduled Wednesday Hearing with Secretary Rice
February 11, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Death of Chairman Tom Lantos
February 7, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Congratulates Newly Selected Greek Orthodox Leader
February 6, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen HIV/AIDS Proposal Includes Funding Increase, Greater Accountability for Global Treatment and Prevention Programs Among Other Legislative Bills Scheduled for Committee Review on Thursday Ros-Lehtinen Resolutions on Taiwan and Litvinenko Murder Investigation
February 6, 2008 Financial Services Committee Schedules February 7th Hearing on Ros-Lehtinen Legislation to Settle Holocaust-Era Insurance Claims
February 6, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Calls for Investigation into Possible Violations of U.S. Law by Venezuela State Oil Company Linked to Iran
January 25, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Supports Congressional Resolution Congratulating South Korean Democracy and President-Elect
January 24, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Report Critical of UNDP/North Korea
January 22, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges President to Use Influence with Middle East Nations to Halt Contributions to Islamist Extremists and Improve Non-Proliferation Cooperation
January 16, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Religious Freedom Day
January 7, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Iran Provocation in Persian Gulf and Reports that Iran Seeks Non-permanent Seat on UN Security Council
January 3, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Congress to OK Supplemental Funds for U.S. Mexico Initiative to Battle Drugs, Organized Crime
January 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Praises Leadership of Chairman Lantos; Comments on Chairman's Decision to not Seek Re-election
January 2, 2008 Ros-Lehtinen Praises Enactment of Sudan Disinvestment Act; Urges UN to Move Quickly to Impose New Sanctions on Regime
December 18, 2007 House-Senate Enact Sudan Sanctions Bill to Stop Genocide in Darfur; Ros-Lehtinen Praises Passage and Urges Quicker Deployment of Peacekeeping Forces
December 18, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges U.S. to Block UN Efforts to Stage New Durban Conference in 2009
November 30, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Opening of Holocaust Era Records in Bad Arolsen, Germany
November 30, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Rejection of Proposed 3Com, Huawei Merger
November 29, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Death of Congressman Hyde
November 16, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns Russian Arms Sales to Iran, Syria Urges President to use current law to sanction Russian arms firms
November 16, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges House Senate Negotiators to Include Compensation Language in Defense Bill for Former American Hostages
November 15, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Approval of Trade Deal with Colombia Urges action before adjournment in December
November 7, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Renews Call for UN Reform Following Latest Abuse by Envoy with Human Rights Council
November 7, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on INTERPOL Decision to Issue Capture Notices for Iranians, Hezbollah Agent Indicted by Argentina in 1994 Bombing of Community Center
November 6, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen: Passage of Trade Agreement with Peru Will Cement Bilateral Ties; She Urges Action on Free Trade Agreements with Colombia, Panama
November 2, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Russia to Permit Election Observers
October 31, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Expresses Gratitude to President Bush For Agreeing To Honor Cuban Political Prisoner Dr. Oscar Elias Biscet
October 31, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Calls for Justice for Americans Held Hostage by Terrorist States and Their Proxies; Urges Inclusion of Compensation Language in Defense Authorization Bill
October 30, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Cuba Resolution at UN General Assembly General Assembly’s silence on Cuba’s human rights abuses makes UN effort a mockery
October 23, 2007 Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Ros-Lehtinen Legislation Aimed at Easing Collection of Long-Sought Holocaust Insurance Claims
October 22, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Initiative Expanding U.S.-Mexico Anti-Drug Cooperation
October 19, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Anti-Semitic Statement by Belarusian Leader
October 15, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Rejection of 3Com Buyout for National Security Reasons
September 28, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Europe to Denounce Arrests in Cuba
September 25, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments on Ahmadinejad Visit
September 25, 2007 House OKs Iran Counter-Proliferation Act to Halt Investments; Ros-Lehtinen calls bill an important step in stopping nuclear program
September 25, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces Bill to Condition Removal of North Korea from State Terror List
September 20, 2007 Allegation Of Nuclear Help From N. Korea To Syria Increases Urgency Of Reducing U.S. Contribution To UNDP Ros-Lehtinen Also Urges End To Non-humanitarian Aid To Iran; Lack Of Accountability In UN Development Program Also Cited As Reason To Reduce U.S. Voluntary Contribution
September 19, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Condemns Election of Syria as Deputy at International Atomic Energy Agency
September 10, 2007 Opening Statement by Ranking Member Ros-Lehtinen at hearing with General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker
September 6, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges UN Secretary-General to Honor Prior Assurances on North Korea Whistleblower Allowing UNDP to dodge Ethics Office inquiry “will promote only impunity, not transparency”
August 28, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Expresses Sadness Over Tragic Greek Fires
August 21, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Prospects For Greater U.S.-Mexico Anti-Drug Cooperation
August 20, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Expected Opening Of Holocaust Era Records Urges Passage Of Legislation Requiring Payment Of World War II Era Insurance Policies
August 15, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Concludes Visit To Afghanistan Meetings With Key U.S. And Afghan And Coalition Officials; Focused On Troop Training, Security, Reconstruction And Anti-drug Issues Visits With U.S. Troops
August 9, 2007 Joint Statement of Lantos and Ros-Lehtinen on Announcement of Revised Counter-narcotics Strategy in Afghanistan
August 8, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen to Visit Afghanistan
August 3, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Text Of Proposed Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement With India
August 1, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On UN Security Council Decision To Deploy UN/African Union Peacekeeping Force In Darfur
July 31, 2007 House Passes Ros-Lehtinen Bill To Halt Iran Investments House Also Passes AMIA Bombing Resolution, Iran Divestiture Bill
July 31, 2007 House Passes Legislation Sanctioning Sudan Ros-Lehtinen Lauds Darfur Accountability And Disinvestment Act
July 26, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Receives Progress Report On Work Of Iraqi Parliament (View State Department Letter)
July 23, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Visits UN To Discuss Darfur Also Raises Issues About Failed Human Rights Council
July 18, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Says Anniversary Of ’94 Argentine Bombing Reminder That U.S. Interests In Western Hemisphere Vulnerable To Islamist Terror Introduces Resolution That Condemns AMIA bombing, And Calls For Strong Action Against Perpetrators Of Terrorist Attack
July 17, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Meets With UN Secretary-General Ban Ki Moon Urges Swift Action On Reform, Whistleblower Protection, Iran, N. Korea, Iraq
July 16, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen To Support Legislation To Ease Passport Delays Expected To Pass Today, Bill Eases Re-employment For Retirees To Temporarily Assist In Passport Processing And Fraud Investigations
July 11, 2007 House Approves Ros-Lehtinen Legislation Warning Against Creation Of Global Cartel In Natural Gas
July 5, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges UN To Protect Whistleblower
June 26, 2007 Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Ros-Lehtinen Legislation
June 21, 2007 House Approves Ros-Lehtinen Amendment To Redirect UNDP Funds;Amendment To Curb US Funds For Human Rights Panel Set To Be OK
June 21, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Co-sponsors Initiative To Accelerate U.S. Response To Outbreak Of Strain Of Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
June 19, 2007 UN Human Rights Council A Failure With Today’s Action
June 14, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces Legislation To Jumpstart Efforts To Reform UN Budget & Accounting
June 13, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen And Other Congressional Leaders Discuss War On Terrorism At White House Meeting Ros-Lehtinen Says Discussions Helpful
June 12, 2007 Dedication Of Memorial To Victims Of Communism Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Today’s Ceremony In Washington DC
June 12, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen, GOP Members Request GAO Evaluation Of U.S. Efforts To Transfer Frozen Banks Funds To North Korea
June 7, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Conviction In UN Scandal Case; Sanjaya Bahel Convicted In U.S. Federal Court For Bribery, Fraud
June 6, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen To Meet Thursday With Colombian President Uribe
June 1, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Release Of Audit Report On UN Activities In North Korea
May 31, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Wraps Up Official Visit To Israel Visit Focuses On Security And Economic Ties Between Allies
May 30, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Praises Proposed HIV/AIDS Funding Increase
May 24, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Announces Visit To Israel; Includes Meetings With Senior Leaders On Security & Economic Issues
May 23, 2007 Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Bipartisan Bill To Create International Nuclear Fuel Bank
May 23, 2007 Foreign Affairs Committee Approves Extended Funding For Afghanistan, Creates Coordinator Position
May 22, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Calls For Russian Cooperation In Litvinenko Investigation
May 17, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Selection Of 14 New Members For UN Human Rights Council
May 15, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces New Legislation To Tighten Sanctions Against Syrian Regime
May 11, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Welcomes Progress On Trade Deals With Panama And Peru, But Questions New Hurdles On Trade Pact With Colombia
May 10, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Meets With Haitian President René Préval - Economic Development, Poverty, Human Smuggling Among Topics
May 7, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Warns Against Funding Cuts For Colombia Aid - Returns From Weekend Visit To Colombia With Former Speaker Hastert
April 27, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Resolution Approved By House - Condemns Use Of Human Shields At Military Sites
April 23, 2007 Ambassador Khalilzad Assumes Post At UN; Ros-Lehtinen Urges Greater UN Action On Terrorism, Nuclear Proliferation, Human Rights, UN Reform
April 18, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Remarks By President Bush Threatening Tougher Sanctions On Sudan For Role In Genocide
April 6, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Concludes Two-Day Visit To Egypt
April 4, 2007 Nine House Members Seek GAO Audit Of UN Agency
April 4, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Completes Three-Day Visit To Darfur & Southern Sudan
April 3, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Action To Solve Delay In Coast Guard Deepwater Acquisition Program
April 2, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges Bush Administration To Prevent Creation Of Natural Gas Cartel
March 28, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Legislation Opens Door To Payment Of Claimson Insurance Policies Of Holocaust Survivors And Descendents
March 26, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen To Hold Wednesday Press Conference With U.S. Counter intelligence Investigator On Cuban Spy And Former DIA Analyst Ana Belen Montes
March 21, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Record Seizure Of Cocaine From Ship Operating Off Coast Of Panama
March 20, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Urges No U.S. Recognition Of Palestinian Government Led By Hamas
March 16, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen, Royce, Manzullo Urge Caution On Bush Administration's Overture To North Korea
March 15, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Interpol Decision To Issue Capture Notices For Iranians In AMIA Bombing
March 6, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Introduces Iran Divestiture Legislation
March 5, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On UNDP Cutoff Of North Korea Aid
March 5, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Interpol Decision To Issue Capture Notices For Suspects In Terrorist Bombing
February 15, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Unanimous Passage Of Legislation To Strengthen Iran Sanctions Act
February 15, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On President’s Afghan Initiative
February 13, 2007 Lantos, Ros-Lehtinen Urge Cyprus To Extradite Former UN Official Charged With Bribery For Trial In The United States (PDF 33KB)
February 13, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Floor Statement On Iraq Resolution
February 7, 2007 Letter From Members Of Congress To Secretary Rice And Secretary Gates Dated 2/7/2007 (PDF 2590KB) (February 7, 2007)
February 7, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen, GOP Members Urge Action On Afghanistan Heroin & Links To Terror Financing
January 30, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Reports Of Energy Deals With Iran (PDF 8KB)
January 23, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Announces Ranking GOP Members For Subcommittee Posts On Foreign Affairs (PDF 10KB)
January 19, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Calls On UN Development Program To Stop Subsidizing North Korean Regime (12KB)
January 16, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On U.S. Indictment Of Former UN Manager Of Oil-for-Food Program
January 11, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Human Rights Watch Report On Problematic UN Human Rights Council
January 10, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen, Lantos Question Interpol’s Procedures On Arrest Warrants For Iranians & Hezbollah Implicated In ’94 Argentine Terror Bombing (PDF 46KB)
January 10, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On President’s Iraq Plan
January 9, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Suggests 9/11 Legislation
January 5, 2007 Ros-Lehtinen Comments On Decision By Bush Administration To Sanction Chinese, Russian, And North Korean Companies