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Virginia Ann Foxx is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 5th congressional district since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, she has been active in various legislative efforts and has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and fiscal responsibility. Throughout her tenure, Foxx has been known for her strong advocacy for conservative policies and her commitment to her constituents in North Carolina. She has participated in numerous debates and discussions, often emphasizing the importance of government accountability and the responsible use of taxpayer funds.
The American people are outraged, and they have every right to be. I am outraged with them. All they have seen thus far in this administration is the buck being passed and both a President and his administration that refuse to uphold the…
American families are feeling the immense strain that has been caused by President Biden's economic crisis. From the gas pumps to the grocery store, prices for even the most basic commodities are skyrocketing to obscene levels. The cost of…
Israel's Iron Dome has saved countless lives from barrages of missiles launched by Hamas. One would think that the majority would understand this fact and recognize the Iron Dome's significance. However, after caving to the demands of…
The American people deserve to know about the failures that led up to the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal. This is an issue that cannot be swept under the rug and forgotten. Unfortunately, this administration has already decided to move…
There is no issue small enough to escape Washington liberals' pernicious grasp. For one, anonymous bureaucrats demand disgustingly low levels of salt and fat in school lunches even though dieticians acknowledge these ingredients are part…
I thank my colleague from Ohio for yielding. Madam Speaker, I rise in opposition to the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Pennsylvania. This amendment would require private lenders automatically to discharge loans for borrowers who…
Every day the American people wake up to more concerning news at the southern border, and they are beyond outraged. Thousands of illegal immigrants continue to overwhelm ports of entry, the flood of illicit narcotics continues to…
Any attack against the sanctity of human life tears the moral fabric of this great country. H.R. 3755, the abortion on demand until birth act, is yet another scheme levied against the most vulnerable group in this country, the unborn. This…
President Biden has barely been in office for 8 months, and he has already done irreparable damage to the United States' standing within the international community, not to mention our national security. Rather than enacting a calculated…
My amendment defends religious organizations under attack from the radical left. Democrat politicians' distrust of religious entities does not entitle them to ban them unconstitutionally from participating in Federal programs and…
I thank the gentleman for yielding. Madam Speaker, this funding bill insults the intelligence of every American. Democrats think they can trick the American people into supporting far-left initiatives if they propose enough special…
Recently, I received an impassioned letter from Elizabeth Bradley, a young woman from Bessemer City, North Carolina, about the American ideal. In her letter, she writes: ``The American ideal is the revolutionary thought that it is not by…
I look forward to hearing how Secretary Cardona will reverse course and empower families to make the educational decisions that are best for them.
Republicans and Democrats agree that racism, in any shape or form, is repugnant and must be denounced. I do intend to vote for this bill, as I did last summer, when Congress considered a similar measure. It is interesting, however, that…
Recently, two high school members of the Shelby American Legion Post 82 were selected as participants for the Boys Nation program in Washington. This is the first time that the Shelby American Legion Post 82 has ever had two candidates…
Democrats, including high-ranking officials in this administration, discarded the scientific method in favor of narrow political interests and their teachers union allies.
May I inquire how much time I have remaining? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from North Carolina has 6\1/ 2\ minutes.
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to section 3(s) of House Resolution 8, the yeas and nays are ordered. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, further proceedings on this question are postponed. Amendments En…
To close. Mr. Speaker, older Americans make vital contributions in the workplace. Committee Republicans are committed to eliminating discrimination in the workplace, rebuilding our sluggish economy, and producing a competitive workforce…
the value of a college degree is that it can create more employment opportunities, lead to higher earning, and produce an overall positive return on investment following graduation.
I think it's time we judge the quality of an institution by the ability to serve its students.
I urge you to reject that approach and pursue the policies that bring people together, rather than create more division.
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