Earl Blumenauer: “My Republican friends and the Administration have created greater uncertainty, getting rid of the mandate and having…”

I find this hearing very meaningful.

I can speak confidently for House Democrats when I say we are firmly committed to reauthorization of AGOA and HOPE before their expiration next year.

But reauthorizing the programs without improving them is a missed opportunity.

This is not just about extending his presidency, but protecting democracy. While this is a decision for the president and the first lady, I hope they will come to the conclusion that I and others have: President Biden should not be the…