Political Quotes

“First, let me announce to our colleagues that we are on the verge of an accomplishment that we have not done since 2018, and that is, pass appropriations bills across the Senate floor prior to the August recess. That is exercising our constitutional responsibility for the power of the purse, and it would not have happened without the extraordinarily hard work of the members of the Appropriations Committee. My colleague the vice chair, Patty Murray--Senator Murray has been determined to reach this goal. I also want to commend the leadership of the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and I hope Legislative Branch Subcommittees for their work on the fiscal year 2026 bills. Again, I think we can all be pleased that the Senate lived up to its responsibilities tonight. Let me just end by thanking Leader Thune for bringing these bills to the Senate floor.”