I thank Representative Sanford; I appreciate the gentleman's good words, experience, and knowledge. Mr. Speaker, speaking of Congress as a whole, it is well past time to make sure that tax reform and tax relief gets across to the American…

I thank Chairman Goodlatte and appreciate those powerful words. Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman from Florida (Mr. DeSantis), a colleague and one of the sharpest, most intellectual Members of Congress. Mr. DeSANTIS. Mr. Speaker, I…

I thank Representative Yoho, and we appreciate the gentleman's work in the United States House. Mr. Speaker, one of the most accomplished men, sometimes a person whom we refer to as ``Governor'' around here when it comes to political…

$20.2 trillion. Our national debt is more than $20.2 trillion. Let's put it this way: each American's share of the national debt is $62,000. From the retiree in North Carolina who has already done so much to serve the country, to the…

What will it take for our friends on the left to stop hijacking the American Dream for our children and grandchildren? Is it not a moral injustice to leave this level of debt to the next generation? Mr. Chairman, we have been making this…

I thank Representative Handel for yielding. As a former minister and as an American, even as a human being, I believe that every boy and girl is conceived with God-given potential and unique talents and abilities--abilities they will use…

16 years ago today, atop a pile of rubble that just 3 days before stood tall as the World Trade Center, President Bush proclaimed to a hurting Nation: ``I can hear you, the rest of the world hears you.'' With bullhorn in hand and arm…

I appreciate the opportunity to be here today. Thank you for your leadership on this, Congressman Davis. Currently, the United States Capitol Police are not allowed to transfer donations from the USCP Memorial Fund to officers injured in…

On Tuesday, our country will celebrate our independence and the rebuke of the British monarchy. Even still, we know across America, but especially in the great State of North Carolina, we have our own king, who turns 80 on Sunday. Richard…

I thank Chairman Goodlatte for yielding. I appreciate his boldness in protecting the citizens of America with great legislation. Mr. Speaker, when the father of Kate Steinle, Jim, testified before Congress, he said: ``Everywhere Kate went…

Thank you, Chairman Hensarling. Most people would not describe your role as a small part in making sure that people have more opportunities in our financial industry. Not that we are showing Texas any partiality this evening, but our…

I thank Representative Collins for his comments. As we continue to talk about some of the things that have been accomplished and also things that we are looking forward to, it is a wonderful opportunity to introduce my friend…