Ken Calvert: “Without water, you can't do anything. Without energy, you can't.”

This amendment strikes all funding for the Overseas Humanitarian, Disaster, and Civic Aid account. The funding is used by DOD to assist during humanitarian disasters. The funding is also used when specialized DOD experience is needed, such…

We will not touch Social Security and Medicare benefits.

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

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…