Nita Lowey
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Nita M. Lowey was a prominent Democratic politician who served as a U.S. Representative for New York's 17th congressional district from 1999 until 2021. She was the first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee, a position she held from 2019 to 2021, where she played a crucial role in shaping federal budgetary decisions and funding allocations. Throughout her tenure, Lowey was known for her advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and women's rights, and she worked to secure funding for various programs benefiting her constituents and communities across the nation.
I find it insulting that the leader of an agency that we oversee has refused to testify before us.
President Trump later admitted on national television that he fired Director Comey because of, quote, 'this Russia thing,' end quote.
Thank you, Chairman Yoder, Ranking Member Ryan, for holding this important hearing today.
I strongly oppose the so-called deportation agenda contained in this request, including unrelated legislative language to harm sanctuary cities.
I represent many immigrants, people who came to this Nation looking for a better life, and I represent people of all faiths, including a significant Muslim population.
This budget would cut those additional staff. This is inconsistent with this administration's claims to prioritize violent crime reduction.
So cuts certainly are not going to help us when it comes to background checks.
I am very concerned about the morale at the FBI in the wake of the proposed budget cuts and the disparaging comments made by President Trump.
Ranking Member Serrano and I are disappointed that Attorney General Sessions canceled on us for the second time.





