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Pete Sessions is an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 32nd congressional district from 2013 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held office in the House from 1997 to 2005, representing Texas's 5th congressional district. During his time in Congress, Sessions focused on various issues including veterans' affairs and fiscal responsibility. He has been involved in efforts to support veterans and their families, highlighting the importance of organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
I have offered an amendment that clarifies--although that is not exactly the right word--the fact that an unlawful combatant or a combatant who is held by the U.S. military for being an enemy of the United States, a combatant against the…
I have been working for some time to wrestle with this question of the right number of military forces we need in Europe. It is an issue that has given me some pause. I thought we had an agreement several years ago to make some noticeable…
I ask unanimous consent that my amendment No. 1185 be modified with the changes at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Begich). Without objection, it is so ordered.
I would ask that I be notified after 10 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair will do so. Amendment No. 1274
I certainly agree with the Senator that an American citizen can join in a war against the United States.
I wish to share a few general comments about where we are. All of us have been confronting, whether we want to or not--I think some of us more realistically than others--the debt situation this Nation faces. We are, indeed, borrowing 40…
I ask unanimous consent to allow CDR Mike Moore, my defense legislative fellow, floor privileges through final passage of S. 1867, the National Defense Authorization Act. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
I will say how much I have appreciated Commander Moore's contributions to our effort to preserve and protect and defend this country, and he is going to be returning to the full naval service before too much longer. It has been a great…
Earlier this week the federal budget eclipsed 15 trillion dollars. The passing of this milestone underscores the real, substantive need to address our ballooning debt crisis. It is past time for Congress to take action and put this nation…
I do believe the Defense authorization bill has been moved in the way more legislation needs to be handled in the Congress. I am confident that is in large part due to the leadership of Senator Levin, who is a professional, skilled lawyer…
we are at a historic point. I believe this Congress has taken a great risk in turning over to a committee of 12 this responsibility. It is going to be difficult for them to reach an agreement. If they don't, damaging sequestration could…
I ask to be notified after 5 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator will be notified.
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