“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
“These disparities are not just statistics; they represent lives lost, families impacted, and communities left behind.”
“Prices are higher than when the president came into office, and tariffs made it worse.”

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On the recordMay 24, 2017
I have to wonder why is the President cutting funding that keeps our community safe from terrorist attack when there is an overall increase in the departmental budget.
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Tammy Baldwin
Democratic · Wisconsin
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Editor's note · Context

Baldwin expresses concern over cuts to community safety funding despite a budget increase.

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