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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.

May 15, 2023

I just wish that we could get some more of this and that we could agree, but I would agree that this amendment looks like it is moving, Mr. Barr, in the right direction.

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May 15, 2023

Unfortunately I regret that I have to say I oppose this measure.

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May 15, 2023

I do have to oppose this amendment because I do not believe that we need to alienate Mexico precisely when we need their cooperation.

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May 15, 2023

I support this amendment. It reflects our feedback and it improves the bill.

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May 15, 2023

I do want to thank Mr. McCaul, Chairman McCaul, for engaging in that conversation and willingness to negotiate in good faith.

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May 15, 2023

I want to convey my deepest sympathy for all of the lives that have been taken prematurely as a result of fentanyl.

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May 15, 2023

This measure shows that we can come together in a bipartisan manner to begin the process of addressing the challenges.

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May 15, 2023

I believe we have to work together because a responsibility not only to protect our national security, but to bring greater national awareness.

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May 11, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I continue to reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McCAUL. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Let me just say a few things. My friends on the other side of the aisle talk about this bill being inhumane…

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May 11, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I continue to reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McCAUL. Mr. Speaker, I yield 30 seconds to the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Newhouse).

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May 11, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Castro), the ranking member on the Western Hemisphere Subcommittee.

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