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Gregory Meeks

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Gregory Weldon Meeks is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 5th congressional district since 1998. A member of the Democratic Party, Meeks has focused on issues such as economic development, education, and healthcare throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for oversight and accountability in government, often speaking out on matters related to national security and foreign policy. Meeks has played a significant role in various legislative initiatives and has been involved in discussions regarding the War Powers and congressional oversight.

Sep 8, 2016

Mr. Speaker, Tiarah Poyau was young and full of life, like my daughters. She was the same age as many of the interns in my office. Like them, she had big dreams and she was full of promise. She completed her bachelor of science at St…

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Jul 12, 2016

Turkey is our important ally in an increasingly complex region.

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Jul 12, 2016

By one estimate, homeowners particularly in communities of color lost $1.1 trillion in wealth.

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Jul 12, 2016

the distinction between the two is becoming clear. I know these hearings should be about real policy issues and not about politics, but apparently what I am hearing--and you are subject to it--you are just hearing the differences, where…

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Jul 12, 2016

It is critical that we do all we can to prevent avoidable foreclosures and minimize the downward drag they exert on communities of color and the economy overall.

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Jul 11, 2016

I would admit that there are no perfect bills and we can make improvements to all bills, including Dodd-Frank.

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Jul 11, 2016

Mr. Chairman, let me start by saying straight out that I do not support the underlying bill. I encourage my colleagues to support my amendment that would lessen the negative budget impact of this bill and exempt any rules issued by the…

Congressional Record · 2016-07-11
Jul 11, 2016

Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from New York will be postponed. Amendment No. 4 Offered by Mr. Johnson of Georgia…

Congressional Record · 2016-07-11

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