Mike Levin: “I now yield 3 minutes to the gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. Jackson Lee).”

This blatant weaponization of federal taxpayer dollars to punish states based on their political leanings is wholly inappropriate and in violation of the Fifth Amendment’s guarantee of equal protection of the laws.

Through her tireless service, Debbie has provided hope to families during their most difficult moments and helped countless women pursue brighter futures.

I am also concerned that, following staffing cuts in 2025, USDA has failed to fill critical positions that support coordination with the Department of Veterans Affairs on veteran hunger.

More than one million veterans face food insecurity in this country. That is one million too many.