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Ted Budd is an American politician and businessman currently serving as the junior United States senator from North Carolina, a position he has held since January 3, 2023. A member of the Republican Party, Budd has focused on various issues including disaster relief and government accountability. He has been vocal about the need for effective communication and support for states affected by natural disasters, emphasizing the importance of addressing outstanding financial obligations from federal agencies like FEMA.
I rise today to voice my strong opinion to Senator Sanders' attempt to cut off U.S. military support to our friend and ally Israel. I don't dare denigrate my colleague's intent here or the motives, but I believe the effect is reckless and…
I rise today to talk about the road ahead for Western North Carolina after the devastation of Hurricane Helene. And I acknowledge and appreciate my colleague from one of the Mountain States, Georgia--particularly Northern Georgia--and am…
I want to thank my friend Senator Tillis for his partnership not just for today but throughout this whole crisis in our State. Hurricane Helene represents one of the worst natural disasters ever to happen to our State--in particular…
I really do appreciate my colleague's comments, especially the part on agreeing 100 percent with me. You know, it is very easy for my Democrat colleagues to wax poetic about wanting more Americans to want to register to vote. After all, it…
Americans should be able to trust our electoral process. But the Biden-Harris administration is undermining the system. And this is rightly causing millions of Americans to doubt the integrity of their vote. That is why my colleague from…
today, I have the distinct honor of recognizing my alma mater, Appalachian State University, on the 125th anniversary of its founding. Established in Boone, NC, as Watauga Academy in 1899, App State began as a teachers college with 53…
I ask unanimous consent to use a prop during my speech. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. 125th Anniversary of Appalachian State University
I thank my colleague and the ranking member for his comments and his leadership on Armed Services. We meet at a time of increasing peril for our country. The threats we face are demanding attention in a way that we haven't seen in decades…
I object to S. 1297 for a simple reason: It would make it easier for unborn life to be ended. The Supreme Court's Dobbs decision brought renewed hope to Americans who believe in the sanctity of each and every life, including life in the…
under President Biden, nearly 10 million illegal immigrants have entered our country. Now, among those 10 million are an unknown number of dangerous individuals. We know that hundreds of individuals appear on the Terrorism Watchlist. We…
I appreciate my colleague's comments, and I believe them to be sincere. But let's not get lost in the swirl of eloquence here. I believe my colleague once said that illegal immigrants are ``undocumented Americans''--a direct quote--and…
it is such an honor to serve the people in North Carolina, all 100 counties, all from different backgrounds. I don't profess to know what it is like in Connecticut, but I thank my colleague for his remarks. But it is disheartening to hear…
Today is the 229th day of captivity for eight American citizens held hostage in Gaza by the terrorist organization Hamas--229 days of being deprived of food, water, and medical care; 229 days of being subjected to unbearable violence…
in order to be a strong nation, we have to have strong borders, and right now we don't have that. We haven't had that for 3\1/2\ years. In fact, we are in the middle of the worst border crisis in American history. This is a crisis of…
President Biden’s decision to withhold critical ammunition to Israel is a total betrayal of our friend and our ally.
you know, we meet this week at a critical time. The threats we face on the world stage are demanding our attention in a way that we have not seen in decades. From the Middle East, to Europe, to the Indo-Pacific, weakness from President…
it has been more than 6 months since Hamas committed heinous acts of evil against innocent civilians. It was the worst attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Tragically, the attack included the murder and kidnapping of U.S…
I thank my colleague from Connecticut. That was beautiful, articulate. It was a beautiful articulation of all the reasons to support my bill. You see, this week, some of the hostages' families are in Washington to meet with leaders from…
in order to be a strong Nation, we have to have strong borders. Right now, we don't have that. We haven't had that for 3 years. I talk with sheriffs from all over all of North Carolina-- 100 counties--and many of them tell me the same…
I move to table Senate amendment 1794 for the purpose of offering my amendment No. 1807. I would like 2 minutes of debate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. There is 2 minutes of debate equally divided. The Senator from North Carolina.
we are in the middle of the worst border crisis in American history as a direct result of the failed policies of President Biden. My amendments are meant to address these failed policies. The amendment I am offering prevents illegal aliens…
I move to table Senate amendment No. 1792 for the purpose of offering my amendment No. 1740, and I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to the motion. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to…
let me be clear. The amendment I am offering prevents illegal aliens who commit the crime of burglary, theft, or shoplifting from being granted legal status or citizenship. This is particularly relevant in the case of Laken Riley, where…
I am deeply disappointed in my Democratic colleagues for objecting to a bill that, had it been in place, Laken Riley's life would have been spared. The Democratic Party's commitment to open borders is causing otherwise preventable…
I would like to further yield to my colleague from Kansas. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Kansas.
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