On the recordSeptember 22, 2021
Representative Garamendi is correct. Russia and China are in an arms race; we are not merely modernizing our forces. It is sad that we are here trying to defend against an amendment that will weaken our national defense just as yesterday the majority cut a billion dollars from the defense of Israel in its Iron Dome, which will only make it more likely that there is conflict. Cutting our nuclear deterrent also just increases the likelihood that there would be conflict. This is about making certain our country remains safe. This is about our national security. Everyone should vote ``no'' on this amendment. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
