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I rise today as our country is in the middle of a war to urge my Republican colleagues to support Senator Murray's proposal that would immediately fund the Department of Homeland Security's critical national security functions--cyber…
Minneapolis does not and will not enforce federal immigration laws
I rise to honor the remarkable career and accomplishments of Minneapolis journalist Ed Felien, founder and editor of Southside Pride. For over 55 years, Mr. Felien worked to encourage civic debate and uplift local voices through community…
I rise today to support this resolution. Donald Trump is unilaterally dragging this Nation into an illegal and unjustified war with Iran. As someone who has survived the horrors of war, I know that bombs do not build peace or create…
last month, I came to the floor after the tragic killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti and talked about what had happened in my State. Renee Good left behind three kids, including a 6-year-old. When she was shot and killed by an ICE…
I have a speech written for this today. I am going to speak from the heart. As one of just a few people that have represented their constituents in Congress, I was one of the few that wore the uniform. I was one of the few that was shot…
Congress should be following Minnesota's lead and working to make it easier for Americans to vote, not putting up roadblocks.
this bill is not simply a voter ID bill and labelling it as such is a trick to convince Americans of its intent.
two of my constituents, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, beloved neighbors and community members, were murdered by Federal immigration enforcement agents. These are not distant headlines. These were beloved community members fighting to protect…
I want to paraphrase in my own mind what was said moments ago across the aisle, real simple: anywhere but America, any worker but the American worker. I am paraphrasing from my own mind what I heard. The excuses, the excuses, the excuses…
I want to thank Senator Smith and my colleagues for being here today to stand up for the State of Minnesota, for our Nation, and for our Constitution. In the last year, we have too often come to the floor to discuss tragedies in our State…
it is more important than ever that the CDFI Fund remain fully funded to assist small business owners as our community rebuilds after this crisis.
this bill also makes strides in international conservation and environmental programs.
I rise in support of the FY2026 Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act.
I have known Representative Smith for many years through the pro-life movement. He and his wife, Marie, have dedicated so much time, energy, and effort to promote the culture of life and making sure that women, their families, and their…
instead of holding ICE accountable for their horrific behavior, including their violent occupation of American cities like Minneapolis, Republicans voted on giving ICE billions of dollars to terrorize our communities. It is beyond…
I said it: Would it surprise you that the Representative from the district supports the resolution? I talked about jobs and the economy. I am going to reiterate: NABTU, the Operating Engineers, Teamsters, and the Iron Range Building and…