Louie Gohmert: “I thank the gentlemen and especially the shout-out to federalism.”

The government must take responsibility and fix the major issues that are facing Puerto Rico before we even begin any serious discussion here about statehood.

I thank the gentleman for his comments. I know my friend mentioned he had been a sheriff. He has great expertise in knowing what he is talking about, and I appreciate his insights as a lawman. Madam Speaker, it is my pleasure and honor to…

The bill also did absolutely nothing to solve the debt crisis that they have been facing.

The bill did not allow, for example, Puerto Rico to remain a territory.