“a stunning failure of leadership”
“This budget is the epitome of 'America Last.'”
“We are unstoppable.”
“Everything will get better.”
“I vowed not to let Israel or America’s friends in the Persian Gulf 'get hurt or fail in any way, shape, or form.'”
“I’m popular”

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On the recordMay 8, 2025
Mr. President, I understand there is a bill from Senator Merkley at the desk that is due for a second reading. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will read the bill by title for the second time. The assistant bill clerk read as follows: A bill (S. 1668) to amend chapter 131 of title 5, United States Code, to prohibit the President, Vice President, Members of Congress, and individuals appointed to Senate- confirmed positions from issuing, sponsoring, or endorsing certain financial instruments, and for other purposes.
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota
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Congressional Record · 2025-05-08

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