Veronica Escobar: “I have to respond to one of my colleagues who has chosen not to govern on this important issue today.”

Hegseth repeatedly lied to the American people and should be fired—along with all the others in the chat.

I first want to also express my profound condolences to each and every one of you who've suffered loss.

This Committee is unfortunately focused on things that don't matter to the everyday American.

I regrettably could not be present today to vote on the Floor proceedings before the House. Had I been present, I would have voted: NO on Roll Call No. 276, NO on Roll Call No. 277, YEA on Roll Call 278, and NO on Roll Call No. 279…