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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.
Mr. Chairman, 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 Maryland will be postponed. Amendment No. 9 Offered by Mr. Conyers The Acting…
Mr. Chairman, 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 Florida will be postponed. Amendment No. 8 Offered by Mr. Bartlett The Acting…
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself the balance of my time. Three quick points. I think the difference here and the reason that I drafted my amendment to say ``just in the U.S.,'' I think is a legitimate point. Overseas we do not have the same…
Then I will reserve the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Florida is recognized for 1 minute.
Mr. Chairman, Mr. Rooney has the right to close; is that correct? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Washington has the right to close.
May I inquire as to how much time is remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman has 2\1/2\ minutes remaining.
I yield myself such time as I may consume. I do not oppose military commissions. I think military commissions are an important tool, particularly when you are talking about people who are captured overseas, potentially in Afghanistan…
Mr. Chairman, I rise in support of this amendment as well. As was discussed earlier, we certainly have problems with our relationship with Pakistan. We want to make sure that we continue to put the pressure on them to improve that…
We are not ignoring any of that. All of those issues are things we discussed in the Armed Services Committee, are very much aware of and very concerned about. But the bottom line is, as my colleagues have pointed out, regrettably, Pakistan…
I rise in opposition to this amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes.
I thank the gentleman. I rise in opposition to the amendment. I think the gentleman raises a very legitimate point that the exercise of strikes against terrorist targets does need a proper oversight. There are a number of ways in which I…
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