Political Quotes

“The politicization—even weaponization—of the Department did not start with this administration but has accelerated during it,”

The Senate has leverage over the fund only because Blanche's nomination is pending.

I will continue to champion this program and work with the Department to ensure this funding is administered more expeditiously going forward.

“I am also keenly aware that the Department’s nearly $2-billion dollar slush fund—which likely would have rewarded January 6 protesters—is only off the table because this nomination is pending and the Senate has leverage.”