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John Griffith: “This is supposed to be a challenge because the rule says that we waived earmarks, but the gentleman is not talking about…”

On the recordMay 21, 2025
This is supposed to be a challenge because the rule says that we waived earmarks, but the gentleman is not talking about earmarks. He is talking about process that he doesn't like. He is talking about parts of the bill that he doesn't like, but he has not mentioned any specific earmark. Even the gentleman who spoke before him, the gentleman from Massachusetts, only talked in general terms about things that were general policy, not earmarks. Mr. McGOVERN. We are talking about an earmark for the gun lobby, my friend.
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John Griffith
Louisiana

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Discussing the topic of earmarks and the legislative process during a floor debate.

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