Ken Calvert: “You have a tough job here today.”

I have no additional speakers. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, the fiscal year 2024 appropriations process was plagued by continuing resolutions and a wasted 5 months of this fiscal year. I know Chairman Cole and Chairman Calvert agree with me…

However, I must oppose this bill which abandons our allies, damages our military readiness, and promotes divisive policies that undermine morale. I come from a defense-dependent State. I understand the importance of the investments we make…

This is the final point I would make. The dud rate on the Russian cluster munitions exceeds 30 percent where the dud rate of the U.S. munition is extremely low. It is a terrible weapon. War is a terrible thing. These weapons are necessary…

I claim the time in opposition the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.