“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
“These disparities are not just statistics; they represent lives lost, families impacted, and communities left behind.”
“Prices are higher than when the president came into office, and tariffs made it worse.”

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On the recordMay 2, 2022
Do you think it would be helpful for this committee to take up and pass that legislation in advance of the President's Summit for Democracy at the end of this year?
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware
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Coons asks about the importance of passing the legislation before a key summit.

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