I am saying that is the difference, $9 billion. That is all that is holding us from going forward. Yet Mr. Lawrence Lindsey, the President's economic adviser, says with respect to what the anticipated cost of the war in Iraq will be----
Robert Byrd contrasts a $9 billion dispute over domestic appropriations with anticipated Iraq war costs. Harry Reid interjects before Byrd finishes the last sentence.
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Why should Congress not have some limitations on this? It is the taxpayers' money.
In closing, may I say that the President's request includes $658 million for construction of the U.S. Embassy in Iraq.
The President hasn't requested one dime of his $81.9 billion supplemental for the veterans' healthcare system.
I will also ensure that the OIG pursues aggressive oversight of contracting issues.