“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
“These disparities are not just statistics; they represent lives lost, families impacted, and communities left behind.”
“Prices are higher than when the president came into office, and tariffs made it worse.”

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On the recordNovember 6, 2019
I certainly want to recognize Congressman Lee and thank you for all of the good deeds that you have done not just for the State of Mississippi, for this Nation.
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Bennie Thompson
Democratic · Mississippi
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Thompson acknowledges Lee's contributions to Mississippi and the nation.

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