Shri Thanedar: “The security of our Nation's seaports is vital to the success of our economy.”

I rise today to talk about manufacturing. Manufacturing is not just what we do in Michigan. It is who we are. Detroit built the Motor City, the Big Three automakers, and America's middle class. Today, when we still lead in auto…

The bridge would be instrumental for our auto industry.

The bridge is essential for commerce between the United States and Canada.

This is a great country. You know, we are a country of immigrants. Immigrants have contributed so much to our country, and you know this is the greatest country on earth. I am so proud to call myself an American citizen, although there are…