William F. Smith: “I understand that, I acknowledge that. They are legal permanent residents. They are not citizens, but they also are not…”

It is important to stress that congressional oversight of Executive Branch actions is justifiable only as a means of facilitating the legislative task of enacting, amending, or repealing laws.

Some people look at the huge, so- called economic stimulus bill and think it's a Christmas present. But the Federal Government is not Santa Claus. Elves are not producing this money. This money isn't free, and the American people will get…

There is nothing more germane to the security of the American people than to take up the Senate bill as quickly as possible. Now I would like to reiterate my disappointment that the majority has raised a point of order against this motion…

The Democratic majority's decision to ignore the requests of our intelligence community has endangered our national security. Why do House Democrats refuse to give the intelligence community the tools they need to protect American lives? A…