Ted Budd

It is well known that Communist China is a leading violator of internationally recognized human rights, unjustly imprisoning or detaining individuals to suppress their freedom of religion or speech.

The American people deserve access to reliable, affordable energy.

I rise today on behalf of 80 percent of Americans, including millions of North Carolinians who are asking Congress to ensure that only Americans can vote in American elections. The charge here, it is really that simple, but I find it…

I rise today to commend the law enforcement officers of Graham County, NC, for their exceptional efforts in the completion of Operation Dirty Laundry. This 11-month undercover investigation successfully disrupted a large-scale criminal…

Even in the face of devastation, North Carolinians showed remarkable strength, unity, and compassion. Today, I rise to recognize Mr. Eddie Hunnell of Holly Springs, NC, who exemplified that spirit. On Friday, September 27, 2024…

I know that in each county, every item almost is over $100,000. That’s every single thing that runs through a rather significant agency. I just don’t think that’s the way you navigate this.

Choke holding this thing or stonewalling states that are hurt by hurricanes is not the way to get rid of waste fraud and abuse.

And I can tell you that every other Cabinet secretary has been wonderful to work with and very easy to work with, and I look forward to that from Secretary Noem.

I look forward to hearing from @Sec_Noem on how we can work together to ensure WNC projects quickly receive promised federal funds.

But now here we are, nine months later, we still haven’t seen the reimbursements.

We’ve let leadership know we’re going to place holds on all DHS nominees until we get an appropriate dialog and response on the outstanding invoices that have not been paid to western North Carolina from FEMA.

For years, Democrat-run sanctuary cities and states have used millions of illegal aliens to grow their political influence.

The naming of naval ships is a long and proud naval tradition that goes back to America's first frigates commissioned by Congress. Then, as now, the naming of a ship is not just a top-down affair. It demands the input and consideration of…

The more than 60,000 North Carolina members of the Lumbee Tribe have waited decades for federal recognition. They deserve the same rights, privileges, and respect granted to other Native American tribes throughout our country.

I rise today to honor the life of a dear friend and public servant, Egbert Lawrence Davis III, who went home to be with his Heavenly Father on March 17, surrounded by his loving family. Everyone who knew Lawrence knew that he loved God; he…

I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, and that motions to reconsider be made and laid upon the table with no intervening action or debate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so…

as if in legislative session and notwithstanding rule XXII, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the consideration of S. Res. 170, which is at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution by title…

the fentanyl epidemic has touched nearly every American. Whether it is a family member, a friend, a neighbor, a coworker--we all know someone whose life has been affected by the tragic reality of this crisis. It is widespread, it is…

just last week in my home State of North Carolina, narcotics investigators from the Iredell County Sheriff's Office and the Gaston Police Department seized 5 pounds of fentanyl that was in possession of an illegal alien. It was enough to…

I ask unanimous consent that the previously scheduled rollcall vote begin immediately. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

I ask unanimous consent to waive the mandatory quorum call with respect to the Kessler nomination. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from North Carolina.

I endorsed Thom a long time ago. Look, I’ve known him long before he was ever in this role and supported him. He’s a great partner for the state.

very concerned about preserving NIH grants

I thank my colleague from North Dakota for his comments in support of this legislation. One of the highest priorities of the next administration is securing the southern border, restoring law and order, and reversing the dangerous open…

today I recognize National Guard and Active-Duty troops who came to the aid of North Carolinians following the terrible devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. I want to particularly thank the North Carolina National Guard for their…