Ken Calvert: “The numbers of people in the Department of Defense civilian workforce has never been higher relative to those in…”

I state to the gentlewoman that certainly I look forward to working with her as we move forward with this legislation to make sure that we have the right type of language. What I am going to do is work with the gentlewoman as we move…

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…

We will not touch Social Security and Medicare benefits.

I’m not personalizing it. I’m just pointing out somebody’s record.