Rosa DeLauro: “Even shutdown of the government would be great. We know and I know and others know that ain't the truth.”

This secretive attempt to siphon research funds away from NIH is outrageous. The interagency agreement needs to be terminated immediately.

Overdose deaths are on the decline in Connecticut, but addiction and mental health issues still affect the lives of countless individuals and families across the country.

These funds were provided for lifesaving medical research, not as extra money for the Department of Defense.

When Democrats reclaim control of Congress next year, the House Appropriations Committee will work to uncover and reverse misuses of taxpayer money like this and hold those who abused their power accountable.