It's clear that these have had an impact. He more or less said that. But it's clear that he's not taking, in my mind, the kinds of actions necessary.

I offer remarks to honor the men and women of the American maritime workforce and to thank them for their service. June 5, 2020, marks the 100th anniversary of the enactment of the U.S. Merchant Marine Act of 1920. Commonly referred to as…

I was unable to attend the vote No. 93 on May 18, 2020, on the nomination of Scott H. Rash to be the United States District Court for the District of Arizona. Had I been able to attend, I would have supported the nomination…

for over 200 years, the American people have shown resilience in the face of great challenges. From civil wars, international conflicts, and--yes--pandemics, we have faced these challenges united and with resolve. Like the challenges of…

I rise today to recognize the 100th anniversary of the League of Women Voters of the United States. With a commitment to civic participation, the League has secured its place nationally as a relied-upon source of voter education and a…

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Add at the end the following: SEC. 7. REPORT BY GAO REGARDING TSA RECRUITMENT. Not later than one year…

I appreciate the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Rogers) not opposing this particular amendment, understanding his reservations about the underlying bill. I think what we are trying to do in good faith is to address some of the issues that he…

I swore an oath to defend the Constitution both as an officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve and as a U.S. Senator. At the beginning of the impeachment trial, I swore an oath to keep an open mind, listen carefully to the facts, and in the end…

I swore an oath to defend the Constitution, both as an officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve and as a U.S. Senator. At the beginning of this impeachment trial, I swore an oath to keep an open mind, listen carefully to the facts, and, in the…

Chief Justice, on behalf of myself and Senator Cornyn, I send a question to the desk for both House managers and the President's counsel. The CHIEF JUSTICE. Thank you. The question from Senators Peters and Cornyn for both parties reads…

Mr. Chief Justice, I have a question for the House managers that I will send to the desk. The CHIEF JUSTICE. Thank you. Senator Peters asks the House managers: Does an impeachable abuse of power require that a President's corrupt plan…

Chief Justice, I send a question to the desk. The CHIEF JUSTICE. The question is from Senator Peters and is for the House managers. Does the phrase ``or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors'' in Article II, Section 4 of the Constitution…

San Diego County is home to over 230,000 veterans. Each year thousands of servicemembers exit the military and choose to stay in San Diego. It has been one of my greatest priorities in Congress to support those in the Armed Forces…

today I rise to speak in opposition to the nomination of Paul Ray to be the next Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, more commonly known as OIRA. Although not many people outside of Washington have heard of…

I ask unanimous consent that Senator Johnson and I be able to complete our remarks prior to the cloture vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

I rise today in support of Judge Stephanie Dawkins Davis for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. I had the honor of introducing Judge Dawkins Davis at the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing more than 6 months ago…

I rise today to recognize the 100th anniversary of the American Legion Auxiliary. I appreciate the opportunity to speak about this esteemed organization and recognize their efforts supporting American servicemembers, veterans, and their…

Many have lamented that this effort is not bipartisan, but that is on my Republican colleagues. Republicans have not sought the truth. They have sought to avoid the truth. They have demeaned and insulted witnesses, patriots, warriors, and…

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 195, line 9, strike ``$500,000,000'' and insert ``$400,000,000''. At the end of subtitle A of title…

I ask unanimous consent that the Peters amendment at the desk be agreed to and that the bill, as amended, be considered read a third time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment (No. 1254), in the nature…

when I travel across Michigan, one issue comes up regularly in my conversations with business owners, workers, and families, and that issue is the need to close the skills gap. There are good-paying jobs available all across my State but…

I know of no further debate on this bill, as amended. The PRESIDING OFFICER. If there is no further debate, the bill having been read the third time, the question is, Shall the bill pass? The bill (S. 760), as amended, was passed, as…

I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Iowa. United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement

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