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Bennie Thompson

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Bennie Gordon Thompson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Mississippi's 2nd congressional district since 1993. A member of the Democratic Party, Thompson has been a prominent voice in Congress on issues related to homeland security, having served as the Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on various aspects of national security and has been an advocate for addressing threats posed by terrorism and drug cartels.

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Apr 11, 2018

I ask that Congress and TSA show their appreciation for TSOs' contribution to our Nation's security by guaranteeing fair treatment on the job.

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Apr 11, 2018

Make no mistake: Privatization through the Screening Partnership Program takes us back to pre-9/11 conditions.

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Apr 8, 2018

We weren't prepared for anything like this storm.

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Apr 8, 2018

We need to get more of them to do that so they are prepared for something like that.

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Apr 8, 2018

This is unacceptable. I hope to hear from our witnesses today about their experiences with the Red Cross after Harvey.

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Apr 8, 2018

FEMA's mission is supposed to be helping people before, during, and after disasters.

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Apr 8, 2018

We have to pay those people. We pay them overtime.

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Apr 8, 2018

When we take money out of our general fund, we are taking money out of the required reserve.

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Mar 29, 2018

Now that the Consolidated Appropriations Act for fiscal year (FY) 2018 has been signed into law, we urge you to take decisive action without delay to ensure small and seasonal businesses in our states can get the workers necessary for a…

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Mar 20, 2018

Rep. Bennie G. Thompson demands election security hearings after Homeland Security Chairman backtracks.

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Mar 19, 2018

The Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program is a key part of our National approach to secure Federal networks.

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Mar 18, 2018

As Democratic Members, we stand ready to work in bipartisan manner to help stop acts of domestic terror and uphold the ideals that truly make America great.

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Mar 18, 2018

We look forward to a hearing on this critical issue when we return in September.

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Mar 14, 2018

That is not the kind of leadership the people of Puerto Rico or any American affected by disasters expect or deserve.

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Mar 14, 2018

So while I am pleased the committee is finally holding this important hearing, to say it is long overdue would be an understatement.

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Mar 14, 2018

I am not sure when it becomes acceptable to be dismissive of an official representing an American city devastated by a natural disaster.

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Mar 14, 2018

I must urge USACE in the strongest terms to maintain the intensity of effort; to extend contracts as required...

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Mar 14, 2018

As of March 15, 2018, approximately 93 percent of the customers on the island that were able to receive power before the storm now have electrical power.

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Mar 14, 2018

Next week marks 6 months since Hurricane Maria made landfall on Puerto Rico, sending the island into darkness and changing life for nearly 3.3 million Americans.

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Mar 14, 2018

I would ask unanimous consent to submit for the record a letter written by the Governor of the Virgin Islands on February 14, 2018 requesting an extension of debris removal, 100 percent Federal cost share and a March 13 letter from Ranking…

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Mar 14, 2018

I am not sure when it became acceptable to be dismissive of an official representing an American city devastated by a natural disaster.

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Mar 6, 2018

Vladimir Putin's cyber hackers continue to pose a threat to our election infrastructure and that the 2018 elections are a target.

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Mar 6, 2018

Recruiting and retaining a qualified cybersecurity workforce at the Department of Homeland Security is a National security imperative.

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Mar 6, 2018

I was pleased to hear you acknowledge that school security is a homeland security issue.

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Mar 6, 2018

Action on the Demings legislation is necessary, given that the President recently expressed support for Federal funding to be provided to cover firearms training for K-12 educators.

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