Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, the President cut 127 military projects, worth $3.6 billion, to construct 175 miles of wall on our southern border. The halted projects affect every branch of the military here and abroad. Fort Huachuca, in my district, will lose $30 million in funding designated for the reconstruction of an overdue transportation equipment building. Fort Huachuca is a vital asset to our local economy and our entire national security. Not only does this action defy Congress' role in appropriating funds, I believe it is disrespectful to our Armed Forces and the American taxpayers. The President has made it very clear he is more willing to protect his own political campaign over protecting and delivering for our military. Ultimately, this type of decisionmaking puts us all at risk. Mr. President, fund our military, not your wall. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Cuellar). Members are reminded to address their remarks to the Chair. ____________________”