On the recordJanuary 14, 2015
And members of the committee, I oppose the Schock amendment for many of the numerous reasons that have already been stated by our colleagues, but I want to make sure that we are all perfectly clear on what is occurring on the House floor today. The majority is, unfortunately, playing politics with the lives, safety, and security of the American people. The ideologues are holding funding hostage for the Homeland Security Department here today. That is not right. They would rather deport DREAMers--the kids and their parents--rather than fund the Department of Homeland Security. In the wake of the recent Paris tragedy, we need to remain vigilant with smart enforcement policies that protect Americans. The Department of Homeland Security plays a central role in our fight against terror, and we must fully fund the efforts as soon as possible. We should not be attaching poison pill amendments to this important legislation. I urge all of my colleagues on the other side of the aisle to really join us and govern with a sense of far more responsibility. The Acting CHAIR. The time of the gentleman has expired. The gentleman from Illinois is recognized for 15 seconds.
