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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.
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 Washington will be postponed. Amendments En Bloc No. 2 Offered by Mr. McKeon Mr. McKEON. Mr…
As I have no further speakers either, I yield back the balance of my time. Mr. McKEON. I encourage our colleagues to support the en bloc amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time.
I yield myself such time as I may consume. While I understand the importance of the Department of Defense's role in all this, there are other agencies that also have an important role. The National Resources Committee minority has…
Although I'm not in opposition, I rise to claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Wyoming will be postponed. Amendment No. 4 Offered by Mr. Pearce The Acting CHAIR. It is…
There are two very compelling reasons to oppose this amendment. First of all, this is, again, not recognizing the reality of sequestration and the defense budget. The way Congress seems to have reacted to the reality of the fact that the…
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 Washington will be postponed. Amendment No. 12 Offered by Mr. Radel The Acting CHAIR. It is…
I have a parliamentary inquiry. The ACTING CHAIR. The gentleman will state it.
I appreciate the opportunity to speak. I think it is very straightforward. Certainly we should acknowledge and have this bit of information made available to us, and I don't oppose that. I just want to take the time to raise the issue of…
I yield myself the balance of my time. There is no incentive for U.S. terrorists to come here. They are trying to attack us. But we capture them successfully, try them, and prosecute them. Abdulmutallab came here. He was captured. Yes, he…
I yield myself 2 minutes. Mr. Chairman, make no mistake about it, even with this amendment, the President of the United States and the Department of Justice will still have the ability to indefinitely detain people captured in the U.S.--be…
I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McKEON. Mr. Chairman, we have no further speakers.
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