I come to the floor today to mark the 75th anniversary of the epic Battle of the Bulge. It was an incredible battle in World War II. To quote British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, this was ``the greatest American battle of the war.''…

I ask unanimous consent that the rollcall vote scheduled to begin at 4:15 begin at 4:05 p.m., immediately. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. nomination of lawrence vandyke

the Senate is considering the nomination of Aurelia Skipwith to be Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The agency needs Senate-confirmed leadership in place, and Ms. Skipwith is well qualified to serve as the Director. She has…

together with Senator Carper, I rise today to recognize Carolyn Edwards for her distinguished career and significant accomplishments at the Federal Highway Administration, FHWA. After 46 years of exceptional Federal service, Carolyn is…

I come to the floor as we celebrate today, in Wyoming, the 150th anniversary of Wyoming's women's right to vote--150 years. Before we even became a State, women were voting in Wyoming. Today, at our State capital building in Cheyenne…

I also come to the floor today to talk about another issue, and that is that there is a climate conference meeting right now in Europe, the United Nations climate conference. Earlier this week, House Speaker Pelosi and 14 other Democrats…

I come to the floor today having just spent Thanksgiving Day with our troops serving in Afghanistan. It was an incredible honor to join President Trump in a surprise visit to the soldiers stationed at Bagram Air Force Base. We served…

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to legislative session for a period of morning business, with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered…

I come to the floor today as the 2020 Democratic Presidential candidates prepare to debate this evening. We are sure to hear once again about their proposals for massive taxing and spending. At the top of the list is their $34 trillion…

on a different topic, I come to the floor today to discuss the Democrats' partisan campaign against President Trump. The Democrats have been obsessed with impeaching him since day one of his Presidency, and I absolutely mean day one. As…

I come to the floor today to shine a spotlight on our strong, healthy, and growing economy. Specifically, my focus is on how this record-setting economy is helping and could continue to help all Americans. Since Republicans took over and…

I come to the floor to talk about the work we have been doing in the Senate this week and the work we have been doing in the Senate the last 3 years, and that is the work of confirming a record number of judicial nominees. I want to…

I come to the floor today to discuss the global fight to end poverty and specifically the problem of energy poverty. The numbers paint a very grim picture. Worldwide, 840 million people are living without electricity. They can't cook or…

I come to the floor today to support the funding bill for the defense of our Nation. This funding package provides a well-earned, well-deserved pay raise for our troops--the men and women in uniform, the men and women I had the privilege…

in just a few weeks, the Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation will hold their annual meeting in Laramie, WY. This year is unique, as the organization marks their 100th meeting and celebrates ten decades of service to farmers and ranchers across…

I rise today to recognize a significant anniversary for the Wyoming Weed and Pest Council. When they meet in a few short weeks, the council will celebrate 75 years of service to Wyoming ecosystems and communities. While the council is…

the letter proves that all patients will be protected. Section 1332 simply gives States some leeway--a little wiggle room for following the law and how to use and apply the law best in their own States. All State waivers must meet the…

I come to the floor today to once again discuss healthcare in America and, specifically, to oppose S.J. Res. 52, which is the latest congressional disapproval resolution. What is happening here is that the Democrats are trying to block the…

I echo what my colleague said about S.J. Res. 50, a congressional resolution of disapproval we are being asked to vote on this afternoon. I agree with the Senator from Texas. It is a mistake. It is wrong. I think he used the words…

I come to the floor to discuss last Tuesday's 2020 Democratic Presidential debate and specifically to discuss the topic of healthcare. Despite all of the political posturing, here are the key takeaways: No. 1, the Democrats still want to…

I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The senior assistant legislative clerk called the roll. Mr. THUNE. The following…

I rise in strong opposition to the Congressional Review Act resolution that has been put forward by the Democrats on which we will soon be voting. The Democrats' resolution would eliminate President Trump's affordable clean energy rule…

I ask unanimous consent to complete my remarks prior to the vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

I come to the floor today to discuss the current partisan blockade. It is a blockade of critical military funding for our troops at home and abroad. Last month, Senate Democrats blocked a key vote on the defense spending bill. We need to…