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Rand Paul is an American politician and physician currently serving as the junior United States senator from Kentucky, a position he has held since January 2011. A member of the Republican Party, he is known for his strong libertarian views, advocating for limited government and individual liberties. Throughout his tenure, Paul has focused on issues such as healthcare reform, fiscal responsibility, and civil liberties, often challenging both Republican and Democratic leadership on various policies.
in no way, shape, or form have I opposed vaccines for those who are at risk. Back when my in-laws, who are 92 and 86, first became eligible for the vaccine, the first thing we did was call the health department to see if we could get them…
I rise in opposition to Democrats' mandates that forced our young Senate pages to be vaccinated three times. In a free society, no one should be forced to take an injection; no one should be forced to have a surgery; no one should be…
the argument has been made that we should leave these decisions up to a doctor. Well, the thing is that in America we don't appoint like a doctor as dictator. We don't appoint one doctor. You get a choice. You get to choose your doctor. If…
the Flat Earth Society is champing at the bit to bring back masks even though the Cochrane analysis has looked at 78 randomized controlled studies and shown that masks didn't stop transmission, didn't stop hospitalization, and didn't…
I object, Mr. President. I object. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection is heard. The Senator from Ohio. Tribute to Sharon Cohen
The United States sent $113 billion in aid to Ukraine. It is impossible to send this much aid this fast into war-torn Ukraine without waste, fraud, and abuse. Yet we are told by the departmental inspectors general that they have not…
I ask unanimous consent that the following interns from my office be granted floor privileges until August 18, 2023: Kate Micallef, Sydney Windhorst, Linden Shelby, Spencer Woodall, and Chloe Truett. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without…
reserving the right to object, I rise today to object to the quick passage of H.R. 4470, which seeks to extend the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards Program. How could anybody be against that? I am actually for it. We should have…
I call up my amendment No. 438 and ask that it be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the amendment by number. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Kentucky [Mr. Paul]…
my amendment reasserts that article 5 of the NATO treaty does not supersede Congress's power under article I, section 8, clause 11 of our Constitution to declare war. According to our Constitution, we resort to war only after the people's…
I think it should be an easy vote to affirm the Constitution. To vote against affirming the Constitution actually places doubt in the Constitution. The power to declare war is the most important power and the most important vote that any…
I call up my amendment No. 222, and I ask unanimous consent that the debate of 4 minutes be equally divided. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The clerk will report the amendment by number. The bill clerk read as…
How much time do I have remaining? The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Murphy). Is the Senator opposed to the amendment?
Could I ask unanimous consent to have one additional minute? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there an objection? Without objection, the Senator from Kentucky is recognized.
It is unconstitutional for the legislature to change the Congress. While the Constitution provides a role for both the President and the Senate when entering a treaty, it is silent regarding how to exit a treaty. When the question of…
How much time do I have remaining? The PRESIDING OFFICER. You have 1 minute remaining.
I ask unanimous consent that we proceed to the previously scheduled 1:45 p.m. vote now. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
I have been a vocal critic of the Saudis for years and led the effort to block billions in arms sales to Saudi Arabia.
I have been a vocal critic of the Saudis for years and led the effort to block billions in arms sales to Saudi Arabia.
If members of the Senate wanted to express their outrage over Saudi Arabia in a meaningful way, I gave them an opportunity to do so.
reserving the right to object, far too often, Congress operates under the delusion that we know what is best for the American consumer. Instead of allowing market participants to determine the information they want, we seek to manipulate…
I see no constitutional power that suggests Congress should involve itself in golf.
If members of the Senate wanted to express their outrage over Saudi Arabia in a meaningful way, I gave them an opportunity to do so.
The Saudis have demonstrated a relentless pattern of malign behavior ranging from the brutal killing and dismemberment of Jamal Khashoggi.
across our Nation, thousands of law enforcement officers make great sacrifices to preserve our freedoms and keep the peace. These law enforcement officers not only serve at great risk but also start every shift with a sense of uncertainty…
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