if this were a card game, which it is not, I guess what I would do is trump what the Republican leader has said. My friend lives in a world that doesn't exist. Let's talk about this person named Barack Obama. What has happened under his…

I apologize to my friend, the assistant leader, for taking so much time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The assistant Democratic leader. ____________________

for years I have supported a responsible audit of the Federal Reserve System. The American people deserve an audit of one of the most vital parts of our government. In the wake of the financial crisis that crippled our Nation's economy, I…

on another subject, I had the good fortune yesterday to attend the funeral of Dale Bumpers in Little Rock, AR. The ceremony lasted almost 2 hours. It was a stunningly spiritual, humorous, and historical occasion. Dale Bumpers performed at…

in less than 300 days, the American people will head to the polls to elect the President of the United States. An election year places the state of our Union under intense scrutiny. At this time it is important to remember just how far we…

while the Chaplain is in the building, I wish to say a brief word. I have the good fortune--and have for many years--to come to the floor every day and listen to a prayer offered in sincerity by our Chaplain. The people who watch us on TV…

I associate myself with the comments of the Senator from Ohio, Mr. Brown. If it turns out to be in the best interest of borrowers, the economy or to protect taxpayers, the next administration could elect to end the conservatorship on…

I ask unanimous consent that Ryan Willbrand, a congressional fellow in Senator Kaine's office, be granted floor privileges for the remainder of the session today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered…

I had it in my notes, but I didn't do it. I wish to express my appreciation for the majority staff on the Finance Committee. The chairman of this powerful Finance Committee is Orrin Hatch. We have served together in the Senate for these…

the accomplishments of the first session of this Senate has been a demonstration of what can happen when the minority is not trying to block everything. There has been no need this last year for scores and scores of cloture petitions being…

I wish to recognize the 10th anniversary of Hermandad Mexicana Transnacional, Org. Since it was established in 2005, Hermandad Mexicana Transnacional has been a strong advocate for the Latino community in southern Nevada. In working to…

the Republican leader and I are both long- time appropriators. I love the Appropriations Committee. But over time, the appropriations process has broken down. There are differing opinions about the causes of the breakdown. Opinions…

in Section 303 of the House amendment No. 1 to the Senate amendment to H.R. 2029, the text of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016, the section 48 Investment Tax Credit, 26 U.S.C. section 48, is extended for 5 years, beginning on…

Yes. Mr. McCONNELL. I am always frustrated, as I think the Democratic leader is, with the tendency to personalize political differences. Obviously we have differences on issues, but I want to second what my friend the Democratic leader…

No objection. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Sasse). The Senator from Maine. ____________________

18,000 Puerto Ricans served in the Armed Forces in World War I; 65,000 in the Second World War; 61,000 during the Korean war; 48,000 in the Vietnam war. Since 1917, more than 200,000 American citizens from Puerto Rico have served in the…

before the Republican leader leaves the floor, I wish to say a few things. In the years I have served in public office, I brush aside most press and don't let it bother me, but once in a while something comes along that does. There was an…

as the Republican leader mentioned, last night the Senate and House leaders finalized a bipartisan compromise that keeps our government open and funded and extends important tax policies for American families and businesses. I said last…

No. Mr. JOHNSON addressed the Chair. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Wisconsin.

as my friend, the Republican leader, stated, we are continuing to work toward a bipartisan compromise on the omnibus and tax extenders legislation. I have worked hard--we have all worked hard--to get to yes on this massive undertaking…

today I wish to recognize the 80th anniversary of the Culinary Workers Union Local 226. Since it was founded in 1935, the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 has successfully advocated on behalf of thousands of hospitality workers throughout…

on a note that I feel important to make for my staff and me, it is important to recognize the accomplishments of everyone here in Washington, here on Capitol Hill, here in the Senate; it is important to recognize the accomplishments of our…

this past weekend President Obama and the United States took yet another historic step in addressing climate change. The landmark agreement forged in Paris by the United States and about 200 other nations will go far in protecting our…

I want to underscore what the Republican leader has said: Everyone is working hard toward a bipartisan compromise in the omnibus and the so-called tax extenders legislation. Many of us in the Senate and the House and our staffs worked…

yesterday the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of Fisher v. University of Texas. In that case the plaintiff was challenging the affirmative action program the University of Texas has. During those oral arguments, conservative…