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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.

Jan 4, 2013

At this time, I yield 1 minute to the ranking member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, the Honorable Eliot Engel from the great State of New York.

Congressional Record · 2013-01-04
Jan 4, 2013

I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Andrews). (Mr. ANDREWS asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)

Congressional Record · 2013-01-04
Jan 4, 2013

I yield myself the remaining time. It's 70 days. It is unprecedented that this region has not been treated like the other regions when they were in need of help. It's 70 days. Now we are going with this bill today, and what we are…

Congressional Record · 2013-01-04
Jan 4, 2013

Madam Chair, I yield to the gentlewoman from Ohio (Ms. Kaptur) for the purpose of a unanimous consent request. (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given permission to revise and extend her remarks.)

Congressional Record · 2013-01-04
Jan 4, 2013

I yield 1 minute to the ranking member of the Financial Services Committee, a fighter for the people, the gentlelady from the great State of California, the Honorable Maxine Waters.

Congressional Record · 2013-01-04
Jan 2, 2013

Mr. Speaker, last night when I came to the floor for the first time since I've been in this body, my heart was hurting. I understand politics, but this should not be about politics. This should be about leadership. The first thing I want…

Congressional Record · 2013-01-02
Jan 1, 2013

I'm sitting here in shock this evening. This is supposed to be the people's House. We are the United States House of Representatives. There are Americans that are suffering because of an act of nature. It is our obligation, not as…

Congressional Record · 2013-01-01
Jan 1, 2013

Today we have an option. We are confronted with a bill that we can vote for or vote against. We can allow us to go over the ceiling, or we can try to come together and pass something that probably on both sides of the aisle no one agrees…

Congressional Record · 2013-01-01
Dec 19, 2012

I have often said that over the years our diplomats are really the unsung heroes of United States security.

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Dec 19, 2012

It is time for us to acknowledge not just with our words, but also with our deeds the importance and the danger some of America's finest public servants face abroad.

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