Political Quotes

“We are rapidly approaching a crossroads regarding the President's executive actions that provide de facto amnesty for millions of illegal immigrants. On February 27, the appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security runs out. Here are the facts: The House has done exactly what the American people have asked. We have passed a bill that fully funds the Department of Homeland Security, including broadly supported amendments that would defund the President's illegal executive orders. Now the time has come for the Senate to engage. Sadly, they are not even debating the issue. Senate Democrats are now blocking the consideration of the bill. I strongly urge the Senate majority leader, Mitch McConnell, to hold the line and to work diligently. The President's overreach needs to be stopped. This is a constitutional issue, not an immigration one. Are we not outraged at such abuse? The President has violated his own words, attempting to enforce authoritative actions he repeatedly said he did not have. In fact, 22 times he has said he did not have the constitutional privilege to do so. This administration's opinion on other issues may continue to evolve or change, but may I remind him the Constitution has not changed. I am calling on not only my constituents but on our fellow citizens across this land to let your voices be heard. Demand results from your leaders.…”