How can we engage in good-faith discussions of border policies when this committee's Majority is using this committee to arrive at a pre-determined destination?
Bob Menendez Jr.
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Robert Menendez Jr. is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for New Jersey's 8th congressional district since January 3, 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, he succeeded his father, Robert Menendez Sr., who has had a long career in politics. Menendez Jr. focuses on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development, reflecting the needs of his constituents in New Jersey. He has been vocal about political integrity and has made statements regarding the need for reform within the political system.
Secretary Mayorkas has not violated the law. He and the Department of Homeland Security have been working to secure the border every day.
Encounters at the border are down. We don't all have to agree with the administration's policies, but the facts show that they are in fact effective.
A strong, independently funded CFPB is essential to protecting consumers from harmful practices like we have seen at Wells Fargo--$3.6 billion.
I do not need to tell you that the current backlog has people waiting upwards of 3 months for their passports, not even including shipping time.
When American citizens like Brittney Griner are detained or arrested unjustly abroad, consular officers are often the first to visit them in prison.
I want to take a moment to highlight the importance of these projects for my district and the entire region.
People want more options for rail, definitely in New Jersey, definitely in the Greater tristate region.
I think we have to go further. I am currently drafting legislation that would direct the Administration to create a common economic defense mechanism that would counter economic coercion, build supply chain resilience, promote stronger…
One of the things that I am sure we could do here in Congress is provide the tools that are sort of set forth and proactive in other pieces of legislation.





