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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from New York will be postponed. Amendment No. 64 Offered by Ms. Tenney The Acting CHAIR. It is…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

As the designee of the gentlewoman from Connecticut (Ms. DeLauro), I move to strike the last word. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

Today I was unavoidably detained and unable to cast my vote on Roll Call No. 320. Had I been present, I would have voted NO. Amendment No. 72 Offered by Mr. Waltz The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Florida will be postponed. Amendment No. 75 Offered by Mr. Wilson of South Carolina The…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

This amendment, which I am opposed to, seemingly seeks to punish Secretary Blinken likely due to differences of opinion with the amendment's sponsor. Now, the last time I looked, in a democracy, I thought differences are allowed without…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

Elections matter. This is still a democracy. Madam Chair, I yield back the balance of my time.

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

This amendment, of course, I oppose. NSM-20 ensures that any transfers of arms from the United States are done with partners in accordance with international law. What is the problem with that? International law says that civilians have to…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

I believe in the urgency of this crisis, but this is not the way to address it. I yield back the balance of my time.

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

In closing, I don't know why the gentleman is making this about Israel. NSM-20 implements a regular process for reviewing these requirements and reporting to Congress. Taxpayers deserve to be ensured that these processes are upheld for…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

I claim the time in opposition to this amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

Of course, I fully disagree with the gentleman. This is about questioning our moral objectives. Using millions of people's lives as a negotiating tactic is truly questionable and despicable. Madam Chair, I yield back the balance of my…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

I ask for a ``no'' vote, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from New York (Ms. Tenney). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

Let me just say we bombed the heck out of Iraq. We, unfortunately, were responsible for refugees and for the deaths of Iraqis. We at least should help the Iraqi people rebuild and move forward. Our assistance to Iraq mitigates extremism…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

Just to clarify, I didn't say that USAID had a heavy hand. What I said was that the distribution of aid from this pier is at least partially managed by USAID. That is what I said. It would be, I think, wise to not mislead the public, and…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

First of all, to stand against the PRC or any adversary, we must be in the room. Doubling down at the United Nations is not going to make the United States excel in our global leadership as we should continue to do as it relates to peace…

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Barbara Lee
@barbaralee· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

Once again, let me just reiterate that this is an authorization issue. It is not an issue for the Appropriations Committee. Mr. Chair, I urge a ``no'' vote, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Mark Takano
@marktakano· Democratic · CA· Jun 27, 2024

I thank the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Gottheimer) for his commitment and the spirit which he brings to fighting for justice for LGBTQ people. Happy Pride to the gentleman. Madam Speaker, I wish to turn my attention toward the world…

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