"I am deeply concerned by the extreme budget proposals that we are hearing from the other side of the aisle."
"You can't take an ax to the Federal budget and then turn a blind eye to people who will suffer the blow."
"I would ask my Republican colleagues, when will we see your plan?"
"It is a fiscally responsible and pro-growth document."
"I have to ask, you know, what about book banning is about protecting freedom, and what about defunding schools is about protecting kids?"
"Our kids and teens are suffering. We need real investments in mental healthcare."
"I believe the Constitution has an amendment banning cruel and unusual punishment, so, Director Young, you might have a lawsuit that I would support if you pursue it."
"I want to reiterate what an honor and privilege it is to serve as Ranking Member of the Budget Committee."
"I am proud to say that on this budget we agree."
"I happen to wish the committee had more funds to execute its responsibilities."
"I have served in the minority, the majority, the minority. The House is probably 50-50 up for grabs facing next election."
"Louis DeJoy, you are no Benjamin Franklin. There is a reason why I and others of my colleagues have called for his termination."