I ask unanimous consent that the scheduled vote begin immediately. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered.

Madam President, last week, we saw another tragedy in Gaza--an attack that killed seven people delivering desperately needed, lifesaving humanitarian aid. The victims were employees of the World Central Kitchen, an amazing organization run…

I announce that the Senator from Ohio (Mr. Brown), the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. Fetterman), the Senator from New Hampshire (Ms. Hassan), the Senator from Maine (Mr. King), the Senator from New Mexico (Mr. Lujan), the Senator from…

First, I remind my colleagues that Donald Trump called the Saudis and said to please do everything they can to raise the oil price because gasoline is so cheap, and they did. I appreciate them keeping the gas price up. In the words of a…

When we are giving speeches about our concern of the impact of disinformation and misinformation on America, this is exactly the wrong amendment. We know the Russians, the Chinese, and God knows who else are using information and twisting…

Mr. President, today, the Senate will vote to confirm Ernest Gonzalez to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. Born in San Antonio, TX, Mr. Gonzalez received his B.B.A. from the University of Texas at San Antonio and…

Mr. President, today, the Senate will vote to confirm Judge Leon Schydlower to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. Born in Long Beach, CA, Judge Schydlower received his B.A from the University of Texas at Austin and…

Mr. President, before he leaves the floor, I want to thank my colleague from Colorado. He has been steadfast in his support of the Ukrainian effort, and it makes a difference. I think we all have to speak out with what we are facing. We…

I thank the chairman for granting me more time because there is still so much silliness left in this bill. I will shift now to the elimination of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. Let's talk about what this program does. This program…

Partisan gamesmanship over the southern border is causing this House to neglect the needs of thousands of legally admitted children and families for whom hunger and homelessness await. Catholic Charities of Chicago estimates they now serve…

Congress needs to fully fund the American Connectivity Program, also known as ACP. This landmark initiative helps all Americans afford home internet access that is essential today to achieve work or education success. In my district, Nancy…

In Illinois and across the country, America is in the midst of a childcare crisis. Today parents face a desert of childcare options, and the options available to them are increasingly unaffordable. In addition, childcare workers face low…

Mr. President, reserving the right to object, let me say at the outset that Senator Tillis, though we may disagree on this particular issue, is a respected colleague, a friend, and a member of the committee which I chair. I value him on…

Mr. President, Adeel Mangi has been nominated by President Biden to serve on the Third Circuit. We have had a hearing before the Judiciary Committee, a vote in the committee, and his name is on the calendar. In recent weeks, we have heard…

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the text of the bill was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: S. 3991 Be it enacted by the Senate and House…

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: S. 3997 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of…

Madam President, today, the Senate will vote to confirm Edward Kiel to the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. Born in Daegu, South Korea, Judge Kiel received both his B.S.E.E. and B.A. from Rutgers University, and his J.D…

I also take this time to acknowledge Meagan Thompson. Meagan has served in my office as senior health policy adviser and has done a remarkable job advancing health equity, access to care, and innovative treatment options during her time in…