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Adam Smith

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Adam Smith is a U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th congressional district, serving since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on various legislative efforts, particularly in defense and foreign policy. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been involved in key discussions and initiatives related to national security and military funding, reflecting his commitment to these issues. He has also been an advocate for progressive policies within his district and has worked on legislation addressing economic and social challenges faced by his constituents.

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Jul 13, 2023

President Biden's policy on Ukraine has been clear and it has got two pieces: First, do what we can to support Ukraine, to make sure that a sovereign democratic Ukraine survives; second, don't go to war with Russia. So it is the red…

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Jul 13, 2023

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Missouri will be postponed. Announcement by the Acting Chair The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to…

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Jul 13, 2023

I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a 2-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 214, noes 213, not voting 6, as follows: [Roll No. 312] AYES--214…

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Jul 13, 2023

I claim the time in opposition, and I yield myself 2 minutes. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Jul 13, 2023

What this amendment before us says, it says you cannot teach that the Constitution is a racist document. As Mrs. McClellan pointed out, the Constitution says that Black people are three-fifths of a person. The problem here is that we are…

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Jul 13, 2023

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Virginia will be postponed. Amendment No. 48 offered by Ms. Greene of Georgia The Acting…

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Jul 13, 2023

We are not missing our recruitment goals because we are trying to expand the people we are recruiting. We are missing our recruitment goals primarily because of COVID, and also, by the way, because a lot of Republicans are running around…

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Jul 13, 2023

I really would just associate myself with Chairman Rogers' remarks. These technologies are crucially important to developing the capabilities that we need to be able to compete with China, deter our adversaries, and have a strong military…

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Jul 13, 2023

I actually think the gentleman is correct. China and Russia are very closely aligned, and if you are concerned about Chinese aggression in the world, you must also be concerned about Russian aggression. I also note that when he quoted me…

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Jul 13, 2023

This is part of a troubling battle that we have frequently on the Armed Services Committee. As the military, whether it is the Air Force or some other branch, is trying to move forward, they discontinue different programs. There are always…

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Jul 13, 2023

It is one of the great myths of this situation that we don't have a mission. The Biden administration has laid out a very, very clear plan, as I said at the outset, and that plan is to do everything we can to help preserve a sovereign…

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Jul 13, 2023

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from South Carolina will be postponed. amendment no. 21 offered by ms. greene of georgia The…

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