Mar 1, 2011
Mr. Speaker, it has been 5 months since David Hartley was brutally murdered by pirates on Falcon Lake. His body remains missing, and those responsible for this border murder remain at large. Shamefully, the only American peace officer…
Ted Poe
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Ted Poe is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, serving Texas's 2nd congressional district from 2005 to 2019. Born on October 10, 1948, Poe is a former judge and prosecutor, bringing a legal background to his political career. During his time in Congress, he was known for his strong stance on issues such as national security, immigration, and crime. Poe was a member of the House Judiciary Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, where he advocated for various legislative measures related to these areas.
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Feb 28, 2011
I think there is no greater tyrant on Earth than the little fellow from the desert, Ahmadinejad, and the way he treats his people.
Feb 28, 2011
I believe, like you, that deep down in our soul everybody in the whole world has this burning desire for freedom.
Feb 28, 2011
Mr. Speaker, we have come to the end of a long chapter in American history. The lone U.S. survivor of World War I, Frank Buckles, has died at the incredible age of 110. At 16, Frank Buckles lied about his age so he could join the Army in…
Feb 18, 2011
This issue is an issue of public safety, which is the first obligation of the Federal Government, to protect the people, to protect the homeland. And that is why it's important the Federal Government get out of the way of the State of…
Feb 18, 2011
Madam Chairwoman, I understand a point of order is reserved by the other side. This amendment to the CR is very simple. The State of Arizona has implemented laws in its State to protect the dignity and sovereignty of the State. The United…
Feb 18, 2011
Mr. Speaker, last year the military received over 3,000 reports of sexual assault involving other members in the service. This week, 17 veterans are saying that the military ignored their cases of sexual assault while they were on active…
Feb 18, 2011
I thank the gentlelady for yielding. The issue is, is this constitutional? It's not whether it's a great idea, whether an individual mandate is going to save us all. The issue is whether it's constitutional. Now I do not believe the…
Feb 18, 2011
Madam Chairwoman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec.__. None of …
Feb 18, 2011
Madam Chair, the law does not legislate. In fact, it prohibits legislation. All it does is tell the Department of Justice they can't spend any money on this lawsuit. I would accept the ruling of the Chair. The Acting CHAIR. Does any other…
Feb 18, 2011
Madam Chair, I wish to speak on the point of order. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Texas is recognized.
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