A Conversation With Senator Brian Schatz

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A Conversation With Senator Brian Schatz will begin on May 15, 2025 6:30pm EDT.

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Senator Brian Schatz discusses the future of funding for U.S. foreign assistance and diplomatic engagement and the ability of the United States to address global challenges.

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Brian Schatz

U.S. Senator from Hawaii (D); Ranking Member, Appropriations Subcommittee on the Department of State and Foreign Operations; Member, Foreign Relations Committee

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Vivian Salama

National Security Correspondent, Wall Street Journal; CFR Member

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