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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 just want to say very quickly, I still have the concerns that I have expressed about the broader nuclear weapons issue and will talk a little bit more about that in a minute. But you know, this is a way to at least give an option to get…
I support this amendment. I disagree very strongly with the remarks of the gentleman from South Carolina. First of all, the past BRACs have saved us an enormous amount of money. There have been five rounds. The first four saved us pretty…
I support the en bloc package, as well, and I yield back the balance of my time.
I urge Members to support the en bloc package, and I yield back the balance of my time.
May I inquire as to how much time remains on each side. The CHAIR. The gentleman from Washington has 9\1/2\ minutes remaining. The gentleman from Texas has 8 minutes remaining.
It is not clear that it has got a prohibition on a study, nor does it call for one. So as we get into conference, I think it might be a worthwhile thing to say that we authorize, ask--you know, and I am not sure if this is something the…
I claim the time in opposition, though I am not opposed. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman is recognized for 5 minutes.
There is nothing political about a domestic agenda, and this isn't conditional on additional money being spent. In fact, the chairman has got it exactly flip-flop. The money that we are providing for the armed services at this point, the…
I am not going to take that much time. I agree with the chairman. This is uncontroversial and should be adopted. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time.
I am pleased to yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Rhode Island (Mr. Langevin), the ranking member of the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities. (Mr. LANGEVIN asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)
They are in a very comprehensive effort to undermine the very values that our country has fought for in the post-World War II environment.
I cannot help but think that it is because...you did not want to look at it and see just how outlandish those numbers would be versus the money we have.
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