I believe that we have thoroughly debated the merits and significant impacts of this bill on the American economy and national security, as well as our communities. I point out that my colleague started this debate by saying this is not about copper and ended this debate showing us it is, indeed, about copper and the companies that own them. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for the spirited debate. I hope we will protect our national security. I hope we will pass my motion to recommit. I hope we will stop this bill and the devastating impacts that it will bring. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
Melanie Stansbury: “I believe that we have thoroughly debated the merits and significant impacts of this bill on the American economy and…”
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