Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my deep concern over the cancelation of an appropriations subcommittee hearing by my Republican colleagues and the decision to replace it with a private briefing to silence Democrats. I am alarmed by the illegal impoundment of Federal funding and the attempted destruction of USAID. Americans deserve to know why this decision was made. The administration's decision to close USAID is a direct violation of our Constitution and the law. USAID is essential in stopping the flow of drugs, gangs, human trafficking, and migrants across our borders. Why are Elon Musk and the Trump administration working to dismantle the very agency that addresses the root causes of migration, violence, and drugs that are devastating our communities? USAID's work is critical to combating criminal organizations and strengthening international partnerships with the FBI, DEA, and the Department of Justice. Earlier this year, USAID's support was acknowledged as critical when top MS-13 leaders were arrested on terrorist charges. Mr. Speaker, I demand answers. If our Republican colleagues are too scared to push back, then Democrats will do our job. ____________________”