“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
“These disparities are not just statistics; they represent lives lost, families impacted, and communities left behind.”
“Prices are higher than when the president came into office, and tariffs made it worse.”

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On the recordDecember 18, 2018
I will not speak for 2 minutes. There was confusion earlier about which amendments we are voting on. Frankly, most of you have heard my arguments before. Just to clarify, this has six specific exclusions from early release--offenses like coercing a minor into sexual activity or prostitution, carjacking, bank robbery, hate crimes, as well as a catchall for crimes of violence and sex offenses. With that, I yield back the balance of my time and urge my colleagues to vote yes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Iowa.
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