"Cuts from programs that help families put food on the table, afford child care, and keep our communities safe."
"After months of bipartisan talks, they're walking away from the negotiating table and offering a non-starter House bill that forces us to the brink of a full government shutdown."
"Still, given your close ties to the industry that you would regulate, if you are confirmed, the public would have reason to question your impartiality and commitment to serving the public's interest."
"You have deep ties to companies that could profit from your decisions at CMS."
"By making these commitments, you would increase Americans' trust in your ability to serve the public interest during your time at CMS—rather than the special interests of companies in your network."
"If confirmed, you will be expected to steward CMS' $1.5 trillion budget in the best interest of the over 140 million Americans on Medicare and Medicaid."
"What is that standard, Mr. Chairman? Would you repeat what you just said when you introduced a duly elected representative from the United States of America? Please!"
"Entering this role with financial conflicts of interest would undermine your effectiveness and the effectiveness of the programs you are slated to administer."
"You owe the American public an explanation for why you took part in PhRMA's influence-peddling events with President Trump."
"I have two little girls. I don’t want them getting run over on a playing field by a male or formerly male athlete, but as a Democrat I’m supposed to be afraid to say that."
"The right thing to do is to engage in these issues and listen to 80% of Americans when they say this is a problem."
"Medicaid is our redline."
"The DOJ no longer works for the American people; it’s Musk’s legal goon squad now."
"The resolution was akin to a 'Get Out of Jail Free Card' for Musk."
"I have two little girls. I don’t want them getting run over on a playing field by a male or formerly male athlete. But as a Democrat, I’m supposed to be afraid to say that."
"potential criminal consequences"
"I can't believe we're having this debate."
"Billionaires know there’s no greater threat to their power than a union card."
