“The Judiciary Committee stands ready to advance President Trump's next Attorney General nominee.”
“the rot at the Department of Justice begins and ends with Donald Trump.”
“Democrats will fight this budget tooth and nail to ensure it never becomes law.”
“Donald Trump is one of the most unpopular presidents at this point in his presidency in history”
“This budget is the epitome of 'America Last.'”
“The moment I was born on U.S. soil I was born a citizen, and I’ll be damned if Donald Trump tries to take that away from me.”

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On the recordFebruary 12, 2013
Do any of you know of a tax increase that is going to promote economic growth or that will make us more competitive globally? Does it one exist?
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Lester Johnson
Republican · Wisconsin
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Johnson questions the effectiveness of tax increases on economic growth.

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