Hal Rogers: “I think the gentlewoman has brought up a very, very salient point. Her amendment is well-deserved. I am prepared to…”

It was very clear, Mr. Chairman, to people on two continents that this Kentucky delegation was serious about its constituent's well being and her need to be home.

I thank Judge Gohmert for very graciously allowing me to speak before his main subject. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the memory of three fallen heroes in eastern Kentucky. Last week we laid to rest three police officers…

My words were not acceptable. And I expressed my regret to her first and foremost.

I look forward working with my colleagues on a package that mitigates socio-economic disparities, advances racial equity, and promotes affordable access to opportunity.