Jon Tester: “You need to be commended for that as obligated.”

I rise to congratulate Kate M. Kaufer, the fearless leader of my defense staff, on more than 20 years of distinguished Federal service and on her well-earned retirement. For the last 4 years, it has been a privilege of a lifetime to serve…

During my last two races the democratic Party was poison in my attempts to get re-elected.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate the flexibility.

This Crow Water bill in front of the Committee today is an excellent example of the good work that the Chairman is doing serving his tribe.