Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I rise today in strong opposition to override President Biden's veto on S.J. Res. 38, a Congressional Review Act resolution to disapprove of the Biden administration's phase-in of ``Buy American'' requirements for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. We continue to see almost daily reminders that our planet is on fire. Scientists tell us we are running out of time to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and avoid the worst of the climate crisis. The world is looking to the United States for leadership right here on this floor. If we override the veto of the President, Senator Rubio's resolution would undermine domestic production of EV chargers. This resolution would create greater uncertainty for our domestic EV charging industry, directly contradicting our goal of having this equipment made and assembled right here in America. That is why groups like the AFL-CIO and the United Steelworkers oppose the Rubio resolution. It would mean shipping jobs overseas instead of building our supply chain right here at home. This resolution would actually weaken ``Buy American'' requirements. It would result in more EV charging projects being built overseas, not less. It would undermine American workers and our Nation's ability to be global leaders in electric vehicles. Put simply, a vote to override the veto is a vote against American manufacturing of EV chargers. That is why I oppose this resolution and encourage my colleagues to do so as well.…”