As a young man, I had the opportunity live in many places around the world including as a missionary in Taiwan and as a student in Israel. Now serving as a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, I have a great appreciation for the important leadership role that the U.S. plays in the world. I serve on both the House Subcommittees on the Middle East and Europe, and I am firmly committed to protecting our nation’s interests abroad and supporting our allies across the globe—especially our NATO allies and Israel. I also support free trade policies and fair trade deals that strengthen America’s economy.