Ken Calvert: “Mr. Simpson has convinced 145 of our colleagues to co-sponsor his bill, including every member of this subcommittee.”

Our interests are energetics that go into explosion devices. A big part of that is the BioMADE industry.

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…

Talking is one thing. We’ll see if he actually does it.

We will not touch Social Security and Medicare benefits.