Political Quotes

Ron Wyden: “This bill does nothing to address Secretary Hegseth’s politicization of our military, curb wasteful spending, or ensure…”

On the recordJuly 15, 2026
This bill does nothing to address Secretary Hegseth’s politicization of our military, curb wasteful spending, or ensure robust oversight of shady defense contractors like Palantir and Elon Musk’s xAI.
Said by
Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Senator Wyden's statement on military spending bill

Share

More from Ron Wyden

Oct 14, 2026

What I'm committed to doing is getting both of these over the finish line.

npr.org
Oct 10, 2026

Flock’s AI surveillance cameras have sparked a nationwide backlash against unnecessary government intrusion into Americans’ lives.

wyden.senate.gov
Oct 2, 2026

The proposed rule is clear regulatory overreach that would have disastrous impacts for lawfully present immigrants and their families who are legally eligible for refundable tax credits.

wyden.senate.gov
Oct 10, 2026

The White House should make MITRE’s findings public as soon as possible.

wyden.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation