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Thom Tillis is an American politician and businessman currently serving as the junior United States senator from North Carolina, a position he has held since January 6, 2015. A member of the Republican Party, Tillis has focused on issues such as tax reform, healthcare, and national security during his tenure in the Senate. He previously served as the Speaker of the North Carolina House of Representatives from 2011 to 2012, where he played a significant role in shaping state legislation.
Madam President, I also rise to make some comments about C.D., or as we all know him, Dick Spangler. I met him about 11 years ago--when I first got into the State legislature--in his office, which is just outside of downtown in Charlotte…
Mr. President, I am here again this week to fulfill a promise I made after becoming deeply involved in a situation involving a Presbyterian minister who has been held in prison since 2016 in the country of Turkey. I have traveled to Turkey…
Madam President, Reserving the right to object, I first wish to acknowledge that Senator Durbin has worked hard to address the DACA issue. I don't think there is a lot of daylight between Senator Durbin and me on the need for a path to…
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that Senator Heller, Senator Cornyn, and I be allowed to enter into a colloquy. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? The Senator from Illinois.
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that Senator Heller and Senator Cornyn may join in a colloquy with myself.
Madam President, I want to talk about my motivation for offering this unanimous consent request. The people listening to the debate may not understand, but we have a courtesy in the Senate where we make colleagues on the other side of the…
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of Calendar No. 477, S. 3093. I ask unanimous consent that the bill be considered read a third time and passed and that the motion to…
Madam President, I was trying to explain to those who are watching this what is going on. What is going on is, we actually have a very collegial environment, where we come to the floor and ask unanimous consent on something, and if…
Mr. President, I thank the chair for the kind words about the nominee, Robert Wilkie, for the Veterans Health Administration. I am here to proudly discuss his record. Actually, until about 6 months ago, he was the military affairs adviser…
Mr. President, I am proud to speak today on behalf of my friend and colleague Robert Wilkie, the nominee to be VA Secretary. I have had the honor of working with Robert for 3 years. Sometimes, he worked for me, and other times, I worked…
Thank you, Mr. President. I would like to acknowledge that the Senator from Pennsylvania has made a number of good points on the subject of Russia and the way we need to go with Russia. People have asked me about what I think about Mr…
Mr. President, I have 7 requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the…
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