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Ryan Zinke

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Ryan Keith Zinke is an American politician and businessman who served as the U.S. Representative for Montana's at-large congressional district from 2015 to 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Zinke was appointed as the Secretary of the Interior under President Donald Trump, serving from March 2017 until January 2019. During his tenure, he focused on issues such as energy development, public land management, and conservation efforts. Zinke has also been involved in various initiatives related to veterans and outdoor recreation.

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Feb 27, 2023

But my understanding is you were going to exempt the contract from CMS. Is that right?

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Feb 27, 2023

I agree with Master Sergeant Black that inflation is particularly bad on enlisted ranks, but that is what happens when you have a war on fossil fuels.

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Feb 27, 2023

I represent Lackland Air Force Base. Mr. Cuellar represents Randolph Air Force Base, but we work very closely because, in San Antonio, the lines don't really--they are blurred.

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Feb 27, 2023

Because I think we all want a win, and we want to make sure our veterans are taken care of.

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Feb 27, 2023

It seems like we have forgotten our territories a little, and as we shift to the Pacific, it seems that we have to build.

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Feb 27, 2023

Let's switch to something that really matters, the frontline, the Pacific.

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Feb 27, 2023

I understand, you know, the anxiety, I think, that exists, you know, especially with regards to Fort Hood.

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Feb 27, 2023

My point is it is a national security issue.

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Feb 27, 2023

And what I am also hearing is, in Montana and in a lot of rural States, life flight.

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Feb 27, 2023

I certainly appreciate, we appreciate you all making a priority on the child development centers.

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Feb 27, 2023

It strikes at the heart of, you know, our Army values totally against everything that we are--you know, we learn and--and we believe.

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Feb 27, 2023

So do I have your commitment to work on that?

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Feb 27, 2023

So you don't have a plan. I mean, it is pretty easy. Yes or no, do you have a plan?

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Feb 27, 2023

So I was reading that the Secretary of the Navy said his priority was climate change. Do you also hold that priority?

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Feb 27, 2023

I view my job as a supporting commander. So my job as supporting is to make sure that you have fuel distribution, that we are ready.

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Feb 27, 2023

So the Secretary of the Navy had some interesting comments the other day. He said his number one priority was climate change.

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Feb 27, 2023

I am not centric on fossil fuels. I am just centric on American energy, and it has to be reliable, effective, and abundant.

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Feb 27, 2023

And I think the crux of the claim is we need help on delivering the contracts.

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Feb 27, 2023

But, as I go around, what I am hearing is, is it your policy at the VA that a servicemember who is not fully vaccinated, can he go to surgery?

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Feb 27, 2023

I think Lackland needs to be a staple for the Air Force.

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Feb 27, 2023

I really understand the frontline, as we are edging towards a possible nuclear conflict.

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Feb 27, 2023

I think we pretty much established we have no viable plan to secure critical minerals and the materials necessary to drive the EV, not at present.

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Feb 9, 2023

I am thrilled to death that both sides recognize it is a problem, and it is. Let's call it like it is. First of all, I don't expect China to tell the truth. It says it was a civilian airship. We know that is a lie. Nor do I appreciate the…

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Jan 10, 2023

We all knew politics was ugly, but we need to investigate and uncover corruption no matter where it lies. It is time to bring light to the shadows of the deep state and do our duty. Mr. Speaker, I hope my colleagues will join me in…

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Jan 10, 2023

Today, I rise in support of the select committee on China. As a 23-year veteran of the United States Navy and a former Navy SEAL commander, I am acquainted with China and its looming threat. Without question, China's actions represent a…

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