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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.
I come to the floor today to oppose H.R. 4587, the Venezuelan Human Rights and Democracy Protection Act. And while I am deeply troubled by the violence that erupted in Venezuela at the onset of protests months ago, and I join all of the…
That is why I am shocked Ms. Peirce has indicated there is no need for it when, in fact--
I don't think there is a single American that doesn't detest Boko Haram from the bottom of their hearts.
I just hope, as I review some of the bills, that we are not trying to, in certain ways, undermine or weaken or cripple the CFPB.
Because all of those agencies existed, yet still the consumers did not have a voice. They did not have a voice until we had the CFPB.
we created FSOC because it was quite evident that we needed an interagency process to better understand the very complex multisector and multimarket nature of systemically important financial institutions.
Thank you for your great representation of our country and your deep concern and commitment to the western hemisphere.
I strongly oppose H.R. 4587, and I believe vehemently that unilateral action is not the answer.
This bill does not advance U.S. interests, it will not help the people of Venezuela, and it sends the message to our regional allies that we don't care much about what they think.
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