But the facts, apparently, are not all that important to our Democratic colleagues. President [PERSON] wasn't finished rewarding his friends with grants of clemency and Presidential honors before he left office. He also sent a parting gift to one of his favorite beneficiaries, which are radical climate activists.

describing Democratic colleagues as not caring about facts, characterizing climate activists as 'radical,' and using dismissive language like 'parting gift' and 'favorite beneficiaries'


MORNING BUSINESS ARMS SALES NOTIFICATIONS [SPEAKER]. Madam President, section 36(b) of [ORG] requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed.


Devastated families should not be pawns in their political games.

'Devastated families' and 'pawns in their political games' uses emotionally charged language to frame families as victims of manipulation"}
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Has anyone taken a look at those [ORG] articles from last year of the billions and billions and billions that they are documenting that are functionally fraud and abuse? Are we going to be honest about it? There are ways elegantly to fix it without beating the crap out of everyone.

'billions and billions and billions' repetition combined with 'functionally fraud and abuse' loaded language to emphasize concern


This championship is not just a testament to their athletic talent but to the unwavering support of the [PERSON] community. It is a moment that will inspire future generations to strive for excellence, both on and off the field. I congratulate [ORG] on this well-deserved championship, and may God continue to bless the players, coaches, families, and the entire community.

unwavering support of the community, inspire future generations to strive for excellence, may God continue to bless


Mr. [PERSON] , the [ORG]'s actions support [ORG]' explicitly antisemitic and genocidal campaign of terror against Israel, and Congress must respond in the most forceful way possible. The [ORG] is a rogue actor on the world stage, and the United States must have a more effective long-term approach for how to respond to it. Their latest action is a further manifestation of the same antisemitism that is rampant at [ORG] and related international organizations.

Uses charged language like 'antisemitic,' 'genocidal,' 'terror,' and 'rogue actor,' repeated references to antisemitism, and emotionally intense framing designed to provoke strong response


Availability of administrative and judicial review. [ORG]. 307.


========================= END NOTE ========================= [ORG] 15. [SPEAKER] submitted an amendment intended to be proposed by him to the bill [ORG], supra; which was ordered to lie on the table.


A bill to prohibit the provision of Federal funds to [ORG] for the purposes of conducting biological, medical, or behavioral research involving the testing of dogs; to [ORG]. By [SPEAKER]: H.R. 457.


They want to cut the SNAP benefits by hundreds of billions of dollars, slashing the food budgets of millions of Americans by nearly a third. They want to rip healthcare away from people and block access to economic security programs for hardworking American families. That is the Republican playbook: Attack regular people and shower corporations and the ultrarich with tax breaks and hope that it trickles down.

SNAP benefits 'slashing', 'rip healthcare away', 'Attack regular people' - emotionally charged language paired with catastrophic framing; characterizes Republican policy as uniformly hostile to working people without acknowledging stated rationales


[PERSON] of the State of Ohio received 4 votes for Vice President and [PERSON] of the State of Minnesota received 1 vote for Vice President. Madam President, the certificate of the electoral vote of [ORG] seems regular in form and authentic, and it appears therefrom that [PERSON] of the State of Florida received 6 votes for President and [PERSON] of the State of Ohio received 6 votes for Vice President.


In many respects, we have still fallen short in ways that continue to haunt us, plague us, and, unfortunately, divide us. Have things changed for the better? Yes.


They chose this President, and the President's victory was decisive. Elections have consequences, and [SPEAKER] and I know that. This week, [ORG] is engaging in our constitutional duty of advice and consent.


We have already built more than 450 miles of border wall between the United States and Mexico. We know that it worked. Under President [PERSON] , illegal crossings were at a record low.

citing record low illegal crossings under a specific president to establish credibility for the border wall policy


The people who are listening today can do something about it. They can get on the phone and call. They can call their Congressman or - woman and say that we need your help.

The people who are listening today can do something about it...call their Congressman or woman


He set the playbook. Who followed it? [PERSON] , 1995. Who followed him?

parallel structure of 'Who followed it?' and 'Who followed him?' creates rhythmic repetition to emphasize a pattern


We had a great relationship with those folks. People often ask me why I am friends with Congressman [PERSON] . He is probably my oldest friend up here, truth be known.


I am on [ORG]. I am going to insist that the budget we pass now that Republicans are in control of the Senate returns to some reasonable baseline. Listen, I am reasonable.

describing oneself as 'reasonable' while characterizing the opposing party's budget as outside 'reasonable baseline' uses loaded language to frame one's own position as objectively rational


What the [ORG] is doing with their arrest warrants is legitimizing the false accusations of Israeli war crimes in order to do something to stop the overwhelming success of Israeli military operations. Mr. [PERSON] , I don't care if a person is a terrorist in a cave or if they are a lawyer in The Hague. If they are getting in the way of bringing home our Americans or bringing home our allies who are, as we speak in this very moment, bound, blindfolded, tortured, raped, enslaved, starved, facing execution, if you are getting in the way of bringing them home, then we will give you no quarter.

descriptions of hostages as 'bound, blindfolded, tortured, raped, enslaved, starved, facing execution' combined with threat of 'no quarter' to anyone perceived as obstructing rescue efforts


In August 2016, [ORG] and the [ORG] entered into an occupancy agreement to authorize [ORG] to secure a new 15-year lease. In December 2016, [ORG], with the approval of the [ORG], submitted a prospectus to Congress for approximately 1.3 million square feet, which Congress approved in 2018. In 2019, [ORG] had received final bids, resolved all protests, and even selected a final bidder.


By [SPEAKER]: [PERSON] 242. A bill to require annual surveys of [ORG] employee managers, and for other purposes; to [ORG].


Does it make America stronger or does it make America more prosperous?'' I think that is what the American people should expect from a Secretary of [ORG] and from their government, and anybody who watched his hearing yesterday knows that is what we are going to get from [PERSON] as Secretary of [ORG]. I will have more to say about [PERSON] and other nominees for the [PERSON] administration as they move through the process here in [ORG], and I look forward to hearing from each of the President's nominees in the near future.

references to making America 'stronger' and 'more prosperous' without specific policy details or concrete plans


I suggest the absence of a quorum. [SPEAKER]. [SPEAKER] will call the roll.


This does not respect the hard work, dedication, and sacrifices made by female athletes. This was a commonsense bill, and there was a right way and a wrong way to vote on it. In my view, as I stated earlier, 99 percent of Americans agree that men and boys should not be competing in women's and girls' sports, which is why my Republican colleagues and I voted to pass this bill yesterday with only two Democrats voting along with us.

'99 percent of Americans agree' combined with 'commonsense bill' and emphasis on Republican voting bloc


And that is what this amendment would prevent. Third, this amendment would prohibit corporations from replacing laid-off American workers with H-1B guest workers from overseas. Corporations that are engaged in mass layoffs should not be allowed to replace American workers with guest workers.

corporations replacing laid-off American workers with H-1B guest workers; framing issue as corporations choosing between American workers OR guest workers without acknowledging other factors


In 2019, prior to the pandemic, total [ORG] spending was $4.4 trillion. Then we had [PERSON] , and I think we very unwisely shut down a lot of our economy. It destroyed people's businesses.

describing shutdowns as 'very unwisely' and 'destroyed people's businesses' uses emotionally charged language to frame pandemic response negatively without substantive argument


As a grandfather to six wonderful, capable granddaughters, this is important to me. This bill will safeguard and uphold the integrity and safety of women's sports and the true intention of [ORG], allowing all women the opportunity to achieve excellence in sports. I commend Representative [PERSON] for working on this issue, and I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting [ORG].

'as a grandfather to six wonderful, capable granddaughters' and 'safeguard and uphold the integrity and safety of women's sports'


Workers of all ages would be eligible to use [PERSON] lifelong learning accounts to pay for skills training, apprenticeships, and other workforce-focused programs. As a senior member of the [ORG] and [ORG] and co- chair of the bipartisan [ORG], I am proud to sponsor [ORG] to provide additional resources for workers to climb to the next rung on the ladder of opportunity. I thank my colleagues, [PERSON] , Congressman [PERSON] , and Congressman [PERSON] , for joining me in this effort.

'ladder of opportunity' and 'climb to the next rung' combined with citations of senior positions and bipartisan co-sponsorship


This bill ensures fair competition in women and girls' sports by rightfully defining gender based on reproductive biology and genetics and prohibiting males identifying as women from competing in federally funded sporting competitions. I was proud to add my support to this critical legislation, and I look forward to voting for a second bill, [ORG] by Illegal Aliens Act, on the House floor tomorrow. [PERSON]

rightfully defining gender, critical legislation, proud to add my support


They showed us in Hawaii aloha. That is what we need to do as a nation, as one people. We help each other out in our times of need, regardless of where we come from, our beliefs, or how we vote.

aloha, as a nation, as one people, help each other out


Dr. [PERSON] has been a part of the Georgia PCOM community since 2010, having served as the interim dean, vice chair of [ORG], and director of [ORG]. Before joining the PCOM community, Dr. [PERSON] served as a pharmacy director and diabetes educator at [ORG] in Gainesville, Georgia. Dr. [PERSON] 's appointment as dean is only one of her many accomplishments, among being named [ORG] Teacher of the Year for Pharmacy Practice in 2019 and Faculty Preceptor of the Year in 2022 and 2023.


[PERSON] of the State of Ohio received 17 votes for Vice President. Senator [PERSON] . Madam President, the certificate of the electoral vote of [ORG] seems to be regular in form and authentic, and it appears therefrom that [PERSON] of the State of Florida received 7 votes for President and J.D.


It is our duty to turn their cries into action, to respond to the clear message that they sent, to honor the charge they delivered. That is the purpose of American democracy. And just as the purpose of our democratic Republic is to turn the will of the people from desire to law, the purpose of our government--the most basic function our country has--is to protect its citizens.

the purpose of American democracy...our democratic Republic...the most basic function our country has


[SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I yield myself such time as I may consume. [PERSON]


So we get these great players, and we have a string of players who go to the [ORG], and no doubt [PERSON] will as well. Coach [PERSON] , who is the son of former [ORG] Coach [PERSON] , who is now at Kansas State--you know, the legacy goes on, and [PERSON] son [PERSON] is with us. [PERSON] is a standout linebacker.

string of players who go to the [ORG]... no doubt [PERSON] will as well; legacy goes on


Mr. [PERSON] , I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. [PERSON] , just for the record, I just want the record to reflect that I remember hearing widespread support from many of my Republican colleagues when the [ORG] issued a warrant against [PERSON] for the kidnapping of Ukrainian children, as well as when they issued a warrant against [PERSON] for genocide in Sudan. I guess what we are hearing here is that we want to pick and choose on their side how we are going to react to the [ORG] based on what they do.

I remember hearing widespread support from many of my Republican colleagues when the [ORG] issued a warrant... I guess what we are hearing here is that we want to pick and choose


ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2025 [SPEAKER]. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21; that following the prayer and pledge, the [ORG] of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be deemed expired, the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day, and morning business be closed; further, upon the conclusion of morning business, the Senate resume consideration of the motion to proceed to Calendar No. 4, S. 6; finally, that the Senate recess from 12:30 to 2:15 p.m. to allow for weekly conference meetings.


My bill named in [PERSON] 's honor would close the alarming loophole that let [PERSON] 's killer go free. It would simply require ICE to detain illegal immigrants charged with killing or seriously injuring another person, so they do not disappear before facing justice. It is common sense, folks.

'alarming loophole', 'killer go free', 'disappear before facing justice'


Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional [ORG] or contractor representatives to the recipient. There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.


Meeting veterans during these visits brought me, certainly, great joy, and I am always moved by the veterans who see for themselves the memorial built to honor their comrades and themselves. My own father was able to see the World War II Memorial. Before he saw it, I called him to tell him about it.


A lady who is a medical doctor and administrator of a clinic wanted to show me something. They had been having trouble with waterborne illness, and a lot of people were sick. Some children were dying.


Congress shall have power to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing powers and all [ORG] vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any [ORG] thereof.


Just last year, we saw bipartisan negotiations in the House and how those negotiations can lead to more balanced, more smart, better for the deficit, bipartisan priorities. Our colleague Senator [PERSON] was able to reach a deal with House [PERSON] on a bipartisan tax package that would have lifted children out of poverty--the child tax credit--that would have incentivized investment into research and development, good for companies who then innovate, and that is good for jobs. And also the third piece of this tax bill that was bipartisan would have expanded our ability to build affordable housing.

bipartisan negotiations...more balanced, more smart, better for the deficit...would have lifted children out of poverty


President [PERSON] has chosen his team. We have a job to do to ensure that each member of that team gets a fair process here in [ORG], and that is what we are going to do. I look forward to the committees getting to work.


[SPEAKER]. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. [SPEAKER].


Nevada: Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, Immigration Center for Women and Children--Nevada Office. New Jersey: [ORG] to End Domestic Violence. New Mexico: [PERSON] .


By [SPEAKER] (for himself, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Florida, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] ): S. 92. A bill to require Senate approval before the United States assumes any obligation under a WHO pandemic agreement and to suspend funding for the [ORG] until such agreement is ratified by the Senate; to [ORG]. [SPEAKER].


The Senate took an initial step on border security this past week with consideration of [ORG], which hopefully will pass the Senate today. This legislation will ensure that illegal aliens who steal or assault a law enforcement officer are detained by [ORG] instead of being allowed out on the streets. I am looking forward to getting this legislation to the President's desk.

'illegal aliens who steal or assault' and 'instead of being allowed out on the streets'


But the first thing we do have to do is pass a budget. That is something we haven't done since 2017. I remember in 2017, right after President [PERSON] was sworn or even before he was sworn into office, we passed a budget resolution from which we got the ability to then pass the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, one of the most significant tax reform bills in 25 years.

reference to President passing significant legislation and describing Tax Cuts and Jobs Act as 'one of the most significant tax reform bills in 25 years'


I can tell that the people of California are truly ready to move our [ORG] in a new direction. [ORG] [SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , as we speak, the California legislature has gaveled in a special emergency session of its legislature.


A bill to require any applicant for a [ORG] grant to submit a certification that such applicant is not in violation of section 274(a) of [ORG], and for other purposes; to [ORG]. By [SPEAKER] (for herself and Mr. [PERSON] ): H.R. 246.


He said: If we stay on the road we're on right now, in less than ten years, virtually everything that matters to us in life will depend on whether China will allow us to have it or not. Folks, this is a clear test of whether America is going to get off that road. Are we willing to change direction?

virtually everything that matters to us in life will depend on whether China will allow us to have it; forced choice between staying on current road or changing direction


We have got to try. It is 6 years later, and he has done very little to help California to be more fire safe. A fire a couple of years after that in a different part of Butte County ended up being called the north complex--because several fires burned together, and they call that a complex.


D. Report on the Nominee. After a review of all information pertinent to the nomination, a confidential report on the nominee shall be made in the case of judicial nominees and may be made in the case of non-judicial nominees by the designated investigators to the [ORG] and the [ORG] Member and, upon request, to any other Member of the [ORG]. The report shall summarize the steps taken by the [ORG] during its investigation of the nominee and the results of the [ORG] inquiry, including any unresolved matters that have been raised during the course of the inquiry.


[[ORG]] UNCONDITIONAL AID FOR LOS ANGELES ([SPEAKER] asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) [SPEAKER]. Madam Speaker, there is a great tragedy occurring in California as we speak.


Mr. [PERSON] , H.R. 153, the Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act, will increase transparency for post-disaster Federal assistance. [PERSON]


Before the Root family could even lay [PERSON] to rest in her satin- lined casket in the cold Iowa ground, her murderer had posted bond, never to be seen again and never to face justice. Since then, I have warned repeatedly against the dangers of letting illegal immigrants who have already broken our laws roam the country and continue their lawlessness. A loophole in the law meant [PERSON] 's killer escaped justice, but today we can do something to ensure that no other family has to go through the pain and the grief that [ORG] and [ORG] and the rest of their family still feel from that heartbreaking day.

the vivid emotional imagery of the casket and cold ground combined with warnings about 'dangers' and the assertion that a legal loophole means the only solution is stricter immigration laws


ADDITIONAL SPONSORS Under clause 7 of rule [ORG], sponsors were added to public bills and resolutions, as follows: H.R. 21: Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Florida, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of West Virginia, Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Alabama, Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Texas, Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] . [PERSON]


By [SPEAKER]: H.R. 500. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: [ORG] to enact this legislation is provided by Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution.

Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution


As someone who has lived, operated businesses, and raised my four children in our community, I know that families are struggling and feel like their voice isn't heard. I am here to say that I am listening and I am fighting for our families. My top priorities are making sure that our kids are learning, healthy, and thriving; supporting hardworking families who feel like their government has left them behind; and working to bring new and good jobs back to Oregon.


The bill clerk proceeded to call the roll. [SPEAKER]. Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.


The swamp wasn't drained so much as doubled and tripled and more. Even during the last campaign, [PERSON] promised oil executives huge tax breaks if he won. That would be the opposite of the promises he made to the people.

use of 'the swamp' as derogatory loaded term; characterization of promised tax breaks as breaking promises to people suggests hypocrisy/untrustworthiness


This isn't comprehensive immigration reform. To be very clear, there is much more that needs to be done to fix our broken open border. Today, I reintroduced a bill called the Build the Wall Act.

describing immigration system as 'broken open border' and presenting wall-building as the solution to comprehensive reform needs


We must not abandon that aspiration in our time. Mr. President, I am grateful for your patience. I apologize for going over a minute or two.


The [ORG] is the [ORG]'s largest government-owned wholesale power producer, supplying power to 10 million people across the States of Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, and Kentucky. This legislation corrects a change that was enacted in 1995 that removed the requirement for [ORG] to disclose the management structure and salaries of its executives. Today, [ORG] has approximately 13,000 employees, and the median salary is $160,000.


You know, the child tax credit was first proposed in its earliest form by President [PERSON] , who was looking for a way back in the 1980s in circumstances not so dissimilar from ours, to deliver real, meaningful tax relief to working families with children. And then, in 1994, the famous [ORG] promised what became today's modern child tax credit to deliver once again real tax relief for every working family in this country. And now it is time for us again to strengthen that pledge and that promise and to deliver new and powerful tax relief for every family that will help strengthen our working families, help put our workers on a firmer foundation, help get our economy working again for the people who make it work for the entire Nation.

References to President and famous organization's past proposals to establish credibility; repeated use of 'real,' 'meaningful,' 'deliver,' and 'strengthen' to emphasize commitment


Elise embraced the notion that Congress is not only capable of high- quality oversight and, in doing so, would turn the tide of history toward fairness and equality. In the days when [PERSON] ran the [ORG] staff from its basement office in Dirksen, she led by example, spending long hours at her massive wooden desk, with tall stacks of reports and research lining the perimeter and posterboard hearing exhibits leaning on the walls. She was an irrepressible advocate for better financial policies by exposing wrongdoing, corruption, money laundering, tax avoidance, and all manner of form-over-substance abuses.


By doing that, we cut it down from 190 days to be able to issue that permit to 65 days. Now, we can't change any of the environmental regulations. That was just a better job of issuing those permits.


I can't stress this enough: again, tax breaks for the very, very wealthy--the top 1 percent--on the backs of working families, on the backs of individuals, our middle class. To me, that is just outrageous. Padding the pockets of the top 1 percent at the expense of hard-working families is unacceptable, and nobody should stand for that.

loaded language ('outrageous', 'unacceptable'), repetition of 'on the backs of', 'top 1 percent', creating fear that working families will suffer


By [SPEAKER] (for herself, Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Ohio, and Mr. [PERSON] ): H.R. 392. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a tax credit for nurse preceptors; to [ORG].


Inaction means the fund will be cut. Unpaid action means the fund will be cut drastically. Imagine there are more than 5 million people that get a below- poverty-level check from [ORG], having paid in all their lives.

Inaction means the fund will be cut. Unpaid action means the fund will be drastically cut.


The airport south of town has a little landing strip, and it is about a half a mile long. My colleague Senator [PERSON] here has probably flown into it. He is a pilot.


It is going to end immediately. Our [ORG] will be free to focus on their sole mission: defeating America's enemies. (Applause.)


And may he have the heart of [PERSON] , that You would bestow on him Your grace and mercy as he carries out his solemn duties. Then bestow on us, divided though we may be, the unity of Your spirit through the bond of peace, that we would each commit to live into the gifts of that same spirit and to serve one another as faithful stewards of Your grace. We humble ourselves this day, and we call upon Your name.


[PERSON] did not just talk about her faith, she led by example. A truly special person. [PERSON] was, as we can hear in [PERSON] and [PERSON] 's heartfelt words, just incredible.

truly special person, just incredible, heartfelt words


Each firefighter exhibits strength, resiliency, and grit to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States. Wildland firefighters do not shy away from dangerous situations, but instead risk life and limb to help others. The outstanding accomplishments of these brave individuals continue an unparalleled legacy of public service.

strength, resiliency, and grit to protect... unparalleled legacy of public service


Our brothers and sisters on the left who want basically a socialized, planned economy, industrial policy, they did on the CHIPS Act and then their version of I guess they call it the Inflation Reduction Act, there is some good economic data now that says if you want to do something much less expensive, created much broader economic growth, and created much more productivity, you should not do what the Democrats did, which is let's thank some of our favorite industrial entities. Their executives, their investors will write us political checks. However, if you had done something like research and development expensing, and expensing when a company buys a piece of equipment to be better, faster, cheaper, it is dramatically less expensive, and it actually has more economic value, more economic growth, and it is spread throughout the economy.

characterizing Democratic economic policy as merely favoring 'favorite industrial entities' whose 'executives, their investors will write us political checks' misrepresents the stated purpose of the legislation and implies corrupt motivation


The voters sent President [PERSON] here with a mission, and we are committed to ensuring that he has the people around him that he needs to deliver. It has been a tough 4 years for the American people. The [PERSON] administration was characterized by a historic inflation crisis that left millions of Americans struggling, a border crisis that jeopardized our national security, and increasing instability on the world stage.

historic inflation crisis, border crisis that jeopardized our national security, increasing instability


Four months ago, North Carolina confronted horrifying destruction from Hurricane Helene. While we can never put all the pieces back together and we can never replace all that has been taken by fire or flood, we as lawmakers have a duty to ensure the American people can rebuild. Disaster relief is a lifeline.

horrifying destruction' combined with 'we as lawmakers have a duty' establishes emotional stakes while appealing to institutional authority


How dare they. They should have. We did, and we will continue to make sure that we speak up for these kids.

'How dare they' and emphasis on 'we will continue to make sure that we speak up for these kids' implies threat to children without explicit justification


Mr. [PERSON] , I thank the gentlewoman for yielding, and I thank the chairman for bringing this bill to the floor. Mr. [PERSON] , I rise today to support the United States-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act. This is a bipartisan bill that would address the issue of double taxation between Taiwan and the United States.


Thanks to her leadership, we have supporters and cosponsors from both sides of the aisle backing this legislation. I urge my colleagues to move to and support this bill. The primary role of [ORG] is to protect its citizens.


SA 31. [SPEAKER] submitted an amendment intended to be proposed by her to the bill [ORG], supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. SA 32.


Are we willing to take a bullet for this country like President [PERSON] did? Are we willing to take on the fake news media who will try to undermine his everyday agenda? The job ahead of us won't be easy.

taking a bullet for the country paired with authority figure; fake news media framing as adversary to fear; difficult job ahead creates urgency


It is bipartisan; it is targeted; and it is common sense. That is why we want to keep it that way. I object.

describing something as 'bipartisan,' 'targeted,' and 'common sense' without substantive detail


Mr. [PERSON] , I rise today to address the concern that faces [ORG], one that it has avoided and neglected for more than 54 years. [PERSON] was the last President to enhance [ORG]. That was in 1971.

invoking a past president's action as standard; describing inaction as 'avoided and neglected' uses negatively charged language


They have failed to ever make a profit and struggle to provide adequate service. Even with the post-pandemic improvements in ridership, staggering financial losses remain. In 2023, [ORG] lost more than $1.7 billion despite collecting $11 billion in taxpayer subsidies and almost $22 billion in advanced funding from [ORG].

staggering financial losses, lost more than $1.7 billion, struggle to provide adequate service


Let's reject this disgusting plan and invest in our anti-poverty safety net. Let's support our middle class and let's end hunger now.

'disgusting plan' and vague appeals to 'support our middle class' and 'end hunger now' without specifics


By [SPEAKER]: [ORG]. Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuant to the following: Article 1, Section 1: All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and [ORG].


It is why this bill has been brought to the floor today, to require [ORG] to publish its annual executive bonus awards on its website, providing passengers, employees, and taxpayers with transparency regarding how their tax dollars are being spent. Mr. [PERSON] , I urge support of this legislation. [SPEAKER].

urges support of legislation framed as promoting transparency and accountability to passengers, employees, and taxpayers


What is going on now? Everything is all about going into a shell and living in a cave under some environmental interpretation. Where is the leadership?

characterizing environmental concerns as 'going into a shell and living in a cave' misrepresents the position while using dismissive, emotionally charged language


I yield the floor. [SPEAKER] (Mr. [PERSON] ). The Senator from Alabama.


I yield the floor. [SPEAKER]. The Senator from Oklahoma.


Mr. President, I want to turn to a separate matter, and I think all of us are heartbroken by what we see happening in Los Angeles with the devastating fires. There has been a horrific loss of life, of homes, and businesses due to these California fires, and the loss is just staggering. As we speak, firefighters, first responders--including [ORG]--are working around the clock to keep residents safe.

heartbroken...devastating fires...horrific loss of life...staggering


Yet, with the federal workforce still largely working from home, not a single headquarters of a major government agency or department in the nation's capital is even half full. Billions more are being spent buying brand new furnishings for the abandoned offices. The government also owns 7,697 vacant buildings and another 2,265 that are partially empty.

characterizing offices as 'abandoned' and emphasizing 'billions more' being 'wasted' on vacant buildings to suggest government mismanagement and fiscal irresponsibility


[PERSON] , the trailblazing Congresswoman who championed [ORG], understood the deep injustices women face in education and beyond. As a woman and a Japanese American, she fought so that her daughter and all future generations could pursue their dreams without fear of prejudice or exclusion. They fought this hard fight, and for us, this bill betrays her legacy and all of her efforts by turning back the clock on these hard-won rights.

trailblazing Congresswoman who championed...understood the deep injustices...fought so that her daughter and all future generations could pursue their dreams


I thank them so much, and I want them to know that I will always have their back here in [ORG].


If I might reclaim a moment. I think there are two [ORG] who should be wearing those ties. But, anyway, we will find them later.


I mean, the bottom line is this is the beginning of a process. It is not the end of a process. This bill will do nothing to help get the release of our hostages, including those Americans who are held hostage, and it will isolate us within the world community, especially with many of our allies.

claiming the bill 'will do nothing to help' hostages and 'will isolate us' presents a false choice between this bill and effective hostage release, while using fear language about international isolation


Are we allowed to talk about it? If we talk about it, then the Democrats will run nasty ads about you. So somehow, they are comfortable with the immorality that in 9 years we are going to double senior poverty in America, because that is what is happening.

If we talk about it, then the Democrats will run nasty ads about you; doubling senior poverty described as 'immorality'


I mean, somewhere within the range of 5.5, which would literally balance our budget, up to 6, $6.2 trillion, that is a reasonable base that we ought to include in a budget we will be passing this year, and that should drive future spending. That would reset spending levels to a far more reasonable level. Again, let me just reemphasize, whether we use [PERSON] 1998 spending level, which would result in a $5.5 trillion baseline; [PERSON] 2014 spending levels, which would result in a baseline budget of $6.2 trillion; or President [PERSON] 's final budget, which would result in a $6 trillion spending level, that is a reasonable approach.

The phrase 'that is a reasonable' is repeated three times across different spending scenarios to reinforce the acceptability of the proposed budget levels


In my heart of heart, I think we are overpaid for the quality of our work product. Maybe that is what we should do. Get rid of every congressional salary--that is, the Senate and here.


The dead trees and damaged trees are being removed. The landscape will be different so that Paradise does not have the same issue in 40 years. We will have resilient homes that will stand up to fire.


There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: [ORG], Washington, DC. Hon. [PERSON] , Chairman, [ORG], [ORG], Washington, DC.


By [SPEAKER]: H.R. 223. A bill to prohibit funding for the implementation and enforcement of [ORG] red flag orders; to [ORG].


I will always support policies that work for everyone. As Members of Congress, we have the opportunity to make a real and meaningful difference in people's lives, and that starts by working to make the American dream more affordable for hard-working people. Heading into the new administration, I am deeply concerned about President [PERSON] 's plan to cut taxes for the ultrawealthy and billionaires on the backs of workers, senior citizens, and middle-class families.


As we know, [ORG] has a history of inflating numbers, of not distinguishing fighters from civilians, and of listing male soldiers as women or children. A recent report by [ORG] confirms that the widely cited Gaza casualty statistics suffer from all forms of falsifications. Still, as we would all agree, any civilian death in Gaza is a real tragedy.

claims [ORG] has 'history of inflating numbers' and 'falsifications' to cast doubt on casualty statistics; loaded language like 'all forms of falsifications' to characterize reporting negatively


If you are one of our new Members, please, you have got to memorize this. You see the blue on the chart that is upside down so I look like an idiot. Let's get this right.

so I look like an idiot"}
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Wait, let me reconsider. "Self-deprecation" is not in the allowed labels list. Let me re-analyze:

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Actually, the strongest technique here is the speaker using emotionally charged language and appeal to appear honest/relatable:

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It turns out [ORG], and I know this chart is a little hard to read, but the punch line on it is, if you functionally extend the tax policy but you pay for it, through the decade, you actually get more economic growth. The economy actually grows. People say, oh, but you reached in and pulled money out to pay for the offset.

characterizing tax policy criticism as 'people say, oh, but you reached in and pulled money out' - misrepresenting the opposing argument while using loaded language ('punch line') to suggest the speaker's view is obviously correct


We released balloons into the sky, and Pastor Dr. [PERSON] , her beloved husband, made the heartfelt announcement. The new name is fitting, reflecting the center's role in serving the community to which she dedicated so much of her life. I am truly grateful for Dr. [PERSON] , and the new name of this incredible facility in our community now makes it complete.

heartfelt announcement, beloved husband, dedicated so much of her life, incredible facility, serves the community


By [SPEAKER] (for herself, Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Iowa, Mr. [PERSON] of New York, and Mr. [PERSON] ): [PERSON] 413. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to index dependent care assistance programs to inflation; to [ORG].


That is pretty dubious. I can relate also a recent story when they are talking water storage and water projects, [ORG], which you may have heard of in the late 1960s, early 1970s that they were putting in place in Tennessee, part of [ORG], that it was going to provide massive benefits to the people of the area with hydroelectric power, stored water for water use, flood control, recreation, all the good things. Somebody from a university was out there poking around, and they thought they found an endangered species that they dubbed the snail darter.

described as 'dubious' and 'poking around'; dismissive characterization of endangered species discovery with quotation marks around 'snail darter' and phrase 'they thought they found'


[PERSON] 283: Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] . [PERSON]


Like so many others, I feel personally driven out of my respect for the life and legacy of Dr. [PERSON] to find a way to celebrate this observance through acts of service, for it is only through reflecting the values and the morals and the principles of Dr. [PERSON] into our lives that we will enact the dream that he has so often been associated with, where justice is the supreme ruler, freedom is the dominant creed, and equity the common practice. I would urge us to take a moment in this discussion or any other discussion, a moment of remembrance to really talk about Dr. [PERSON] , Jr., the man, the myth, and the legacy. I think it is important to point out that Dr. [PERSON] was born, as I said before, on January 15, 1929, in the segregated south in Atlanta, Georgia, where his grandfather began the family's tenure many, many years ago in another [ORG] as the pastor of [ORG].


The mayor also proudly served his country in [ORG]. Mayor [PERSON] exemplified leadership, leaving behind a legacy that reminds us all to serve with kindness and with purpose. I thank Mayor [PERSON] for his service.

proudly served his country, exemplified leadership, legacy, serve with kindness and purpose


The Democrats voted against it because they would rather stand up for the other extraneous provisions of the legislation. This legislation will protect American communities from criminal, illegal aliens; create new grounds of inadmissibility and removability; and expand current grounds for aliens who commit sex offenses and domestic violence offenses. Mr. [PERSON] , I urge my colleagues to support it because illegal aliens who commit child abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence have no place in our country.

characterization of Democrats as opposing protection from 'criminal, illegal aliens' and repeated emphasis on heinous crimes (child abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence) to frame opposition negatively


This piece of legislation, comprehensive immigration reform, would have addressed that issue, and it also would have addressed discontentment. What is discontentment? I hear it quite regularly when I am out and about.

framing 'discontentment' as a widespread problem requiring legislative action, while leaving the nature and scope vague to suggest general anxiety


Protecting Americans from the dangers of a broken border makes sense to, I believe, most, if not all, of our citizens. Earlier this week, Senator [PERSON] of Pennsylvania was asked about [ORG]. This is what he said.


Land where my fathers died, land of the pilgrim's pride, from every mountainside, let freedom ring!' '' And because America is called to be a great nation, we believe that You will make this come true. So let freedom ring from the prodigious hilltops of New Hampshire.

Land where my fathers died, land of the pilgrim's pride... let freedom ring; America is called to be a great nation


Every American family needs us to pass [ORG]. And they deserve it. Today, on the eve of what should have been [PERSON] 23rd birthday, let's honor her legacy and advance a bipartisan bill that will help us save American lives.

Every American family needs us to pass [ORG]...honor her legacy and advance a bipartisan bill that will help us save American lives


Honoring Janine's [ORG] [SPEAKER]. Madam Speaker, today, I rise to honor our January small business of the month, [PERSON] 's Flowers. This fantastic business in Camdenton has been serving the lake area with floral artistry through weddings, proms, first dates, and so many other special occasions.


In fact, this bill will empower child predators, putting students across the country at increased risk. This is a one-size-fits-all bill that would apply equally to every sport, from K-12 schools to colleges. Currently, schools, parents, and communities manage youth sports leagues and write rules about who can participate in different sports at different levels.


SENATE RESOLUTION 17--TO CONSTITUTE [ORG] [ORG] FOR THE ONE HUNDRED NINETEENTH CONGRESS, OR UNTIL THEIR SUCCESSORS ARE CHOSEN [SPEAKER] submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to: [PERSON] . 17 Resolved, the following shall constitute the minority party's membership on the following committees for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen: [ORG], and Forestry: Ms. [PERSON] (Ranking), Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] . Committee on Appropriations: Mrs. [PERSON] (Ranking), Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] .


. . general Welfare of the United States; .


This is nuts. Mr. [PERSON] , what would happen next? I can tell you.


I believe birthright citizenship--put into our Constitution in the 1860s to rectify the sin of slavery and the egregious [ORG] decision--has really been a blessing to our country, and it has actually inspired a global movement, especially among nations in the Americas, to guarantee citizenship to all born within their borders. There are slightly more than three dozen nations in the world that guarantee birthright citizenship, predominantly in the Americas. And why did it catch hold in the Americas?

describing birthright citizenship as 'a blessing to our country' and claiming it 'inspired a global movement' uses vague positive language and appeals to the authority/precedent of multiple nations adopting similar policies


I also find it really interesting because for the past 4 years under the failed [ORG] administration's open border policies, I have not seen one bill be brought to the floor from this side of the aisle to really focus on what is happening to children as a result of these policies. If you look at our wide-open border, we have had over 468,000 unaccompanied children come across our border in the last 4 years. When you look at the numbers that [ORG] has put out, they admit to losing at least 85,000 children.

failed administration's open border policies, wide-open border, losing at least 85,000 children


This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--yeas 405, nays 5, not voting 24, as follows: [Roll No. 9] YEAS--405 [PERSON] (NV) [PERSON] (FL) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (PA) [PERSON] (GA) [PERSON] (LA) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (FL) [PERSON] ([ORG]) Cherfilus-[PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (NC) [PERSON] (PA) [PERSON] [ORG] [PERSON] ([ORG] (PA) [PERSON] , [PERSON] , [PERSON] (CA) [PERSON] (IL) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (ME) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] ([ORG]) Gonzales, [PERSON] , [PERSON] (TN) [PERSON] , [PERSON] (TX) Greene (GA) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (CA) [PERSON] (MD) [PERSON] (NC) [PERSON] (OK) [PERSON] (LA) [PERSON] (AR) [PERSON] (OR) [PERSON] (CO) [PERSON] (IL) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (GA) [PERSON] (LA) [PERSON] (SD) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (OH) [PERSON] (PA) [PERSON] (IL) [PERSON] (MS) [PERSON] (PA) [PERSON] (NY) [PERSON] (UT) [PERSON] (VA) [PERSON] (CA) [PERSON] (WA) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (FL) [PERSON] (NV) [PERSON] (PA) Leger [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (OH) [PERSON] (WV) [PERSON] (AL) [PERSON] (NC) [PERSON] (UT) [PERSON] (WI) [PERSON] (WV) [PERSON] (IA) [PERSON] (NY) [PERSON] (AL) [PERSON] (KY) [PERSON] Sanchez [PERSON] (VA) [ORG], [PERSON] , [PERSON] (MO) [PERSON] (NE) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (WA) [PERSON] (CA) [PERSON] (MS) [PERSON] (PA) [ORG] [PERSON] (CA) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (OH) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] Velazquez [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] (FL) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] ([ORG][ORG]) [PERSON] ([ORG]) [PERSON] NOT VOTING--24 [PERSON] (FL) [PERSON] Swalwell [PERSON] Waltz [PERSON] ([ORG]) So (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the bill was passed.


On behalf of Nebraska's First District, congratulations to both [PERSON] and [PERSON] . I thank them for their remarkable service.


Well, conservation. Conservation is great. Use less when you can.


Congress has the authority to enact this legislation pursuant to the power granted under Article IV, Section 3, Clause 2 and Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 of the United States Constitution.


No later than five days after the witness has been notified of the opportunity to review the transcript, the witness may submit suggested changes to the chair. Committee staff may make any typographical and technical changes. Substantive changes, modifications, clarifications, or amendments to the deposition transcript submitted by the witness must be accompanied by a letter signed by the witness requesting the changes and a statement of the witness's reasons for each proposed change.


I rise in support of [ORG] to reimpose sanctions on officials working for [ORG]. This institution has continually abused its authority and demonstrated blatant hostility toward our allies and American values, as Israel has continued to defend itself against terrorists in the Middle East, over the objections of this administration, by the way. Let's be clear, [ORG] and [PERSON] would still be alive if [PERSON] listened to this administration.

framing as choice between supporting sanctions or enabling abuse; 'abused its authority,' 'blatant hostility,' 'terrorists'; suggesting deaths result from ignoring administration's position


Maybe that is how it got started. But we love Frisco. We love [ORG], [ORG].


By [SPEAKER]: [PERSON] . 26. A resolution to constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen; considered and agreed to.


[SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I yield 1\1/2\ minutes to the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. [PERSON] ), the chair of [ORG]. [SPEAKER].


[ORG]: Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Georgia, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Texas, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Texas, Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of New York, Ms. [PERSON] of Texas, Ms. [PERSON] of Georgia, Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] . Committee on [ORG]: Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of California, Mr. [PERSON] of Connecticut, Mr. [PERSON] of Illinois, Ms. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] of Wisconsin, Mr. [PERSON] of Pennsylvania, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Pennsylvania, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] . [SPEAKER] (during the reading).


New York: [ORG], [ORG], [ORG], [ORG], [PERSON] , Her [ORG], [ORG]'s Door, [ORG], [ORG], The Legal Aid Society, Turning Point for Women & Families, urban justice center | domestic violence project, [ORG], [ORG]. North Carolina: North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence, NC Coalition Against Sexual Assault, [ORG], [ORG], [ORG] to [ORG], [ORG], [ORG], [PERSON] 's [ORG], [ORG] in Darkness, [ORG], Inc. Ohio: [ORG], [ORG], Advocating Opportunity. Oregon: [ORG] and Sexual Violence.


Their selflessness and commitment to protecting fellow Americans is inspiring. I thank these firefighters and every first responder stepping into harm's way. Guardians of their communities, firefighters are always willing to run into danger and share their brave hearts and strong hands.

'selflessness and commitment', 'Guardians of their communities', 'brave hearts and strong hands'


In 2009, the President coming into office, [PERSON] , had seven [ORG] nominees confirmed on his very first day in office. Within 8 days of taking office, he had 14 nominees confirmed. All but five of his nominees in 2009 were confirmed by voice vote.


[ORG] on Successful Orbit of New Glenn Rocket [SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I would like to congratulate [ORG] on successfully reaching orbit in the first flight of its New Glenn rocket. New Glenn is a 320-foot rocket that is taller than [ORG].


PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE [SPEAKER] led the Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.


[SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I rise in strong support of the United States-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act. The EU, U.K., Japan, Australia, and New Zealand are among the countries that have a tax treaty with Taiwan.


The left couldn't stand these many successes that President [PERSON] 's administration was achieving at home and abroad, so they pulled out all stops to take him down. That is when the deep state bureaucrats and globalist organizations worked together to intensify the [PERSON] crisis. At the same time, [PERSON] riots erupted and destroyed cities across our country.

deep state bureaucrats and globalist organizations worked together to intensify the crisis; riots erupted and destroyed cities across our country


We know his awful and radical record from the first [ORG] administration. Even after leaving government, Mr. [PERSON] was the go-to authority for the most radical elements of the House GOP, advising them on budgets that punished America's families, seniors, kids, law enforcement, and others with draconian--draconian--budget cuts. His budget cuts weren't just snipping at the edges; they cut to the deep.

awful and radical record, draconian--draconian--budget cuts, punished America's families, cut to the deep


[SPEAKER]. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the text of the bill be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the text of the bill was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: S. 140 Be it enacted by the Senate and [ORG] in Congress assembled, SECTION 1.


From that common understanding, needed reforms can be implemented. But here on the floor of the Senate, where often only one or two of us are here at a time, there is no such consideration. We can't bring experts to the floor here to resolve these issues.


. . than we have been in a long time.''


[SPEAKER] will report the motion to recommit. [SPEAKER] read as follows: Ms. [PERSON] North Carolina moves to recommit the bill H.R. 28 to [ORG] and [ORG].


I announce that the Senator from Oregon (Mr. [PERSON] ) is necessarily absent. The result was announced--yeas 70, nays 25, as follows: [[ORG] Vote No. 3 Leg.]


We are looking for targeted reforms. They are going to keep Americans safe and secure. It is exactly what [ORG] does.

keep Americans safe and secure" and "exactly what [ORG] does


And some of you have reached out in the time since to offer your support, to offer your assistance, and even offer condolences for those who have perished in this significant disaster. And I want to thank you for your initial outreach. My colleague Senator [PERSON] and I have come to the floor today to provide you all a little bit of an update and to lay a foundation on some of the key issues that we are going to need to work together on as we move forward.


I hope the Senator from Arkansas agrees. So I ask unanimous consent on my resolution. It is a resolution that contains the allegations which I made earlier.


And now we expect our country to be here for California. If Speaker [PERSON] or any Member of Congress, for that matter, is worried about the [ORG] debt, let me assure you: California has already paid the bill. California, as you may know, is the largest economy of any [ORG] in the nation.

California is the largest economy of any state in the nation


With that responsibility of citizenship comes an obligation not to seek out malice, as President [PERSON] once reminded us, but to view others with the generosity of spirit, despite our differences. With that responsibility of leadership comes an obligation to stand our ground when we must and find common ground when we can. With everything swirling around us, the hot mess of division, it is on all of us--to quote an incredible songwriter, who just happened to be born in my [ORG]--to ensure that our [ORG]'s democracy is our shelter from the storm.

appeals to abstract ideals like 'generosity of spirit,' 'responsibility of citizenship,' and 'democracy is our shelter from the storm' without specific policy details; invokes organizational pride and democratic values as unquestionable goods


The bill also fixes a discrepancy in current law by creating a ground of inadmissibility for domestic violence to mirror the existing ground of removability for the same offenses. In addition, [PERSON] 30 expands the current ground of removability for domestic violence by cross-referencing an existing statutory definition for sex offenses.


As the mother of two daughters who are athletes, I have seen firsthand the hard work and dedication it takes for girls to compete in sports. Sadly, we have witnessed biological men entering women's competitions, robbing female athletes of fair opportunities and, in some cases, even causing injuries. Under House Republican leadership, that ends now.


[ORG]. 1128. Correction of social security records; conforming amendments.


But now, after more than 10 million illegal immigrants have poured into our country during the last 4 years, we need to finish the wall. The need to do it is greater today than it has ever been before. The moment has come for safety and for security and, now, for serious action.

poured into our country; safety and security repeated; heightened urgency through 'greater today than ever before'


So it is good that [PERSON] and some Republicans have seen the light and that they have heard from vociferous [PERSON] , and now they are changing their minds about [ORG]. But let's not forget, these costly [ORG] caps are set to expire at the end of the year. So to our friends on the other side, if you actually want to lower costs for Long Island, [PERSON] Valley, and other families across the country, all you have to do is do nothing at all on [ORG] caps.

phrases like 'seen the light' and 'vociferous' use loaded language; the framing that Republicans must either 'do nothing at all' to lower costs presents a false dichotomy by suggesting this is the only path to cost reduction


We are all, of course, praying for the people impacted by the fires in California. We are all ready to stand by to help. The States are coming together.

We are all... praying... States are coming together - uses vague, emotionally appealing language about unity and solidarity without specific commitments


(Applause.) Ambition is the lifeblood of a great nation, and right now our Nation is more ambitious than any other. There is no nation like our [ORG].

ambition is the lifeblood of a great nation; no nation like our [ORG]


[SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I rise in strong opposition to H.R. 29.


Then we have to do hard things. We will have to do a revolution. Have you seen the numbers coming out of Medicare Advantage?

characterizing policy changes as 'revolution' and invoking concern about Medicare Advantage numbers creates urgency and alarm


. . To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing [ORG], and all other [ORG] vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any [ORG] or Officer thereof.


On January 1, 1804, Haiti became the first free Black republic, declaring independence for all people from colonial rule and enslavement. This weekend also marks 15 years since a devastating earthquake killed thousands and destroyed hundreds of thousands of homes on the island. These anniversaries encapsulate the values of the Haitian people: resistance and resilience.


We are all walking around with these supercomputers in our pockets. The idea is that you could crowdsource certain data, crash the size of the bureaucracy, make them less intrusive, and yet air quality, water quality, and all these other things can be much safer. It costs a fraction of what we do today, but you just have to be willing to think like a scientist, a data person, and deal with the army of lobbyists that are outside in the hallway who are upset that you are making them change their business model or their unionized bureaucracies, they show up here angry at you saying, what do you mean you want to use technology at the IRS?

describing opponents as 'army of lobbyists' with emotionally charged language; appealing to authority by invoking the credibility of 'scientist' and 'data person' approaches


We have already seen numerous examples of female athletes being injured by grown men who claim to be women. The physical advantages possessed by male athletes are undeniable. Allowing men to compete alongside women undermines the integrity of women's sports and diminishes the hard work, dedication, and dreams of female athletes.

female athletes being injured by grown men; undermines integrity and diminishes dreams


And as I am sure you probably believe, you don't always hear about this part of the job of representing people in our great Republic; but in my view, it is probably the best part of the job because you have a direct impact on someone you represent, and you can literally change their lives. We do that, we put our heart and soul into it, but nobody has put their heart and soul into it more than [PERSON] . She has made all of this happen, 12,000 cases.

'great Republic' and '[PERSON] has made all of this happen, 12,000 cases'


As some of these bright and talented men and women prepare for their next endeavors, I wish them the best of luck and blessings for an even brighter and more victorious future. Go, Panthers. In God we trust.

'bright and talented' and 'brighter and more victorious future' combined with 'In God we trust'


For several [PERSON] , I have been leading a bipartisan effort that is called the [ORG]. This bill encourages pharmacists--only where they are licensed and trained to do this--to offer healthcare services under [ORG], such as health and wellness screenings, immunizations, and diabetes management. This is necessary because, for many seniors in rural areas, it is simply easier to get to a pharmacist than it is to get to their nearest doctor.

bipartisan effort; pharmacists licensed and trained; healthcare services


PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE [SPEAKER]. Will the gentlewoman from Arizona (Ms. [PERSON] ) come forward and lead the House in the Pledge of Allegiance. [SPEAKER] led the Pledge of Allegiance as follows: I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.


By [SPEAKER] (for herself and Mrs. [PERSON] of Illinois): H.R. 394. A bill to increase penalties for child pornography; to [ORG].


That is a local thing. Yet, he wants to come down there and start talking about the vision for a new L.A., L.A. 2.0, or Los Angeles 2028. They are going to have the Olympics there in 2028, I think.


The third point that many of my colleagues have made is that tax cuts do not pay for themselves. You know, dream on. Folks like to say that.

"dream on" dismisses the opposing viewpoint with dismissive language while "Folks like to say that" casts doubt on the claim without substantive rebuttal


His legacy is one of love, inclusivity, and hope. I wish Pastor [PERSON] the very best in this next chapter.


So they tried to cover it up so that they could keep getting these millions and billions of dollars--as I said, U.S. taxpayers, 7.1 billion that has gone into this group. In the years since, [ORG] leaders have repeatedly pledged support for Palestinian terrorists. That same year, the agency's Lebanon director told terror leaders that [ORG] hoped to have a strong partnership with them.

characterizing financial support as 'cover up' and 'millions and billions of dollars' flowing to groups associated with 'Palestinian terrorists' and 'terror leaders'


One is the VA Veteran Caregivers Act. And, of course, as our veterans have returned from wars, as caregivers from their families have stepped up to assist them, there were some--basically, some gaps that needed to be filled in. We did that.


A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for lifelong learning accounts, and for other purposes; to [ORG]. By [SPEAKER] (for himself, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] ): H.R. 465.


Instead of showing strength, he kept our borders open and continued to ignore Iran's aggression. Weakness in [ORG] put us here. Returning to strength will help lead us out.

Presents only two options (weakness vs. strength) while ignoring nuanced policy alternatives; uses loaded terms 'weakness' and 'aggression' to frame criticism; implies danger from open borders and Iran to motivate action


As the only sitting Member of Congress today who served with the [PERSON] Presidency, I remember him fondly and maybe have a couple of times to remind you about. I don't know exactly what year it was, but I was in Iowa. He made a phone call to me asking--he was on his way to Nicaragua to observe whether or not a Presidential election at that time was going to be a fair election.


[SPEAKER]. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. [SPEAKER].


I know what it means to protect victims, Mr. [PERSON] . It means to fight systemic inequities in our current systems that don't work for those victims or survivors. [PERSON]

protect victims, fight systemic inequities, don't work for those victims or survivors


* [PERSON] , of Texas, to be Director of [ORG]. * Nomination was reported with recommendation that it be confirmed subject to the nominee's commitment to respond to requests to appear and testify before any duly constituted committee of the Senate. (Nominations without an asterisk were reported with the recommendation that they be confirmed.)


You can't be a self-employed contractor. These are the things that come from California that they are trying to push here. Thankfully, we are going to have a change in direction here in leadership coming from [ORG].

can't be a self-employed contractor...things that come from California that they are trying to push here


[[ORG] FOR COMMITTEES TO MEET [SPEAKER]. Mr. President, I have four requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority Leaders.


ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2025 [SPEAKER]. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that upon dissolution of the joint session today, the Senate stand adjourned until 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7; that following the prayer and pledge, the [ORG] of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be deemed expired, the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day, and the Senate be in a period of morning business, with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each. [SPEAKER].


By Ms. [PERSON] (for herself, Ms. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] ): [PERSON] 388. A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to review [ORG], and for other purposes; to [ORG].


Grant program to assist eligible applicants. [ORG]. 311.


A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide [ORG] coverage for all physicians' services furnished by doctors of chiropractic within the scope of their license, and for other purposes; to [ORG], and in addition to [ORG], for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. By [SPEAKER] (for herself and Mr. [PERSON] ): H.R. 540.


By the way, when all the people out there on [PERSON] say [PERSON] is railing against a balanced budget amendment, I would respond, no, I am not. I am for a balanced budget amendment. Sign me up.

deflecting criticism by claiming opponents misrepresent the position ('railing against a balanced budget amendment') and then restating support to counter the alleged mischaracterization


By [SPEAKER]: S. 36. A bill to protect the seniors of the United States, and for other purposes; to [ORG]. By [SPEAKER] (for himself, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Florida, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] ): S. 37.


My fellow Iowans sent me to the Senate ten years ago to make the porkers squeal. It's been a very lonely fight. In this era of political polarization, Democrats and Republicans always come together in agreement over one issue: living high off the hog.

make the porkers squeal" and "living high off the hog" - dehumanizing language paired with portrayal of widespread corruption as a threat


RECOGNIZING ELK COUNTY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL'S BASKETBALL COACH AARON STRAUB ON HIS THOUSANDTH CAREER WIN ([SPEAKER] asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) [SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I rise to recognize the accomplishments of Elk County Catholic High School basketball coach, [PERSON] .

formal recognition and praise of a local coach's achievement in an official legislative context


The [PERSON] administration, with the help of congressional Democrats, passed a bunch of bills with names that sound good, but actually they harm many Americans. Take the Inflation Reduction Act, for example, one of their prize bills that they have passed in the last few years. It was a legal way to launder money to blue States to bail them out, while red States were hung out to dry.

'a legal way to launder money to blue States to bail them out, while red States were hung out to dry'


Since April 2024, I have made repeated requests to meet with [ORG], the Secretary of the [ORG], to discuss these issues. Every attempt for a discussion was rebuffed. This ongoing neglect is unacceptable.

repeated requests were 'rebuffed' and 'ongoing neglect is unacceptable'


We all have read reports about his radical views, his alleged excessive drinking, the allegations about sexual assault, and his failures in the financial stewardship of multiple organizations. These are such serious allegations for such an important job. So why would [ORG] wish to rush through these hearings, particularly when the documents are not available to all the members of the committee, including the FBI background check?

radical views, alleged excessive drinking, allegations about sexual assault, failures...serious allegations for such an important job, rush through


[SPEAKER] will call the roll. The assistant [PERSON] proceeded to call the roll. [SPEAKER].


151: Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of New Jersey, Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] of Illinois, Mr. [PERSON] of South Carolina, Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] . [PERSON]


[ORG]. 1308. Modernizing and streamlining the employment eligibility verification process.


So we have allowed government to grow way too large. It influences far too much of our lives, negatively influences it. We need to jealously guard our freedom.

government has 'grown way too large' and 'negatively influences' lives; 'jealously guard our freedom' implies threat to freedom


Last week, we considered bills to hold accountable illegal aliens who break our laws and defend U.S. national sovereignty against a rogue international judicial body. This week is about protecting the women in all of our lives. I am a father to two wonderful daughters and a husband to my amazing wife, [PERSON] .

'defend U.S. national sovereignty' and 'illegal aliens who break our laws' combined with personal appeal to family values


Pursuant to House Resolution 5, the previous question is ordered on the bill. The question is on the engrossment and third reading of the bill. The bill was ordered to be engrossed and read a third time, and was read the third time.


I ran for President to set the American economy on a stronger long-term course, by breaking from the trickle-down orthodoxy that has failed our nation for decades. That theory holds that by cutting taxes for the very wealthy, benefits will trickle down to everyone else. But in truth, not a lot has ever trickled down onto most folks' kitchen tables.

characterizing trickle-down economics as an 'orthodoxy that has failed' and dismissing it with colloquial framing ('not a lot has ever trickled down onto most folks' kitchen tables') rather than engaging with the theory's actual mechanisms or evidence


In San Francisco, multiple clearings are now occurring every day. Much of the debris being removed, by the way, is either drugs or human waste. In San Jose, around 100 people were removed from the airport.

describing debris as 'drugs or human waste' uses inflammatory descriptive language to generate negative associations with the homeless encampments being cleared


There is something fundamentally wrong with an economy when the working people who are the strength and source of all of its might cannot provide for the children they have with the labor of their own hands. But that is our reality. That is where we are today.

'fundamentally wrong with an economy' and 'cannot provide for the children' emphasizes economic crisis and anxiety


A letter from the Chief Administrative Officer, [ORG], transmitting [ORG] of October 1, 2024 To December 31, 2024 ([PERSON] . No. 119--5); to [ORG] and ordered to be printed.


----------------------------------------------------------------------- House of Representatives The House was not in session today. Its next meeting will be held on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Senate Wednesday, January 8, 2025 The Senate met at 11 a.m. and was called to order by [SPEAKER] (Mr. [PERSON] ).


May their holy commitments prompt them to be true to their duties to stand for right, though the heavens fall. May their deep resolve motivate them to not become weary in doing Your will. Lord, remind them that without Your power, human efforts are useless.

invocation of divine authority and references to 'Your power,' 'holy commitments,' and 'doing Your will' to motivate adherence to unspecified duties; use of abstract virtuous language like 'stand for right' without concrete definition


[ORG]. 203. Terms of permanent resident status on a conditional basis.


The radio communication systems, navigation systems, weather radar, and transponder capabilities are all [ORG] ([ORG]) certified through supplemental type certificates for civilian airspace usage. 2. The highest level of classification of defense articles, components, and services included in this potential sale is [ORG].


On that dark day, hundreds of [ORG] and [ORG] officers bravely did their duty, putting their lives in harm's way to protect this building, the people in it, and our very democracy. Over 140 police officers suffered injuries, including broken bones, concussions, and PTSD. They were attacked with baseball bats, axes, and chemicals, among other deadly weapons.

dark day, deadly weapons, attacked with baseball bats axes and chemicals, PTSD, putting their lives in harm's way to protect our very democracy


But that was last year's debate. This is a bill that has a purpose, but I don't think the purpose is to wrongly, indefinitely, mandatorily imprison innocent children. So I would ask my colleague, while you are objecting now, let's continue this conversation because it is that important to fairness in America.


I don't know if he is four times better than he was in the state of Canada, but he is making that. The executives, whose salaries they have to disclose, are making $2 million to $6 million each annually. The public should know about these salaries, what they are getting, and the salaries that are spent at [ORG].


[SPEAKER]. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from Missouri? There was no objection.


Mr. [PERSON] , I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from New York (Mr. [PERSON] ), a patriot. [SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I would note that the gentleman from Massachusetts is talking about the Prime Minister.


THE [ORG] [SPEAKER]. The [ORG] has examined [ORG] proceedings and announces to the House the approval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule I, the [ORG] stands approved.


At the end of October, much of my district was still navigating dry to severe drought conditions. On top of navigating an already challenging farm year, these droughts severely squeezed margins for farmers and ranchers. Approximately 2 months later, [PERSON] changed course once again with more than a foot of snow.


It is about standing up for objective truth. The American people have called for this national mandate supporting women and girls in their sports and spaces, and thanks to Republican leadership, we are delivering on that promise. I am proud to stand with Congressman [PERSON] on the side of fairness, safety, integrity, and the protection of women's sports.

'objective truth', 'the American people have called for this national mandate', 'fairness, safety, integrity'


INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS The following bills and joint resolutions were introduced, read the first and second times by unanimous consent, and referred as indicated: By [SPEAKER] (for himself, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of South Carolina, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Florida, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] ): S. 6. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit a health care practitioner from failing to exercise the proper degree of care in the case of a child who survives an abortion or attempted abortion; read the first time. By [SPEAKER] (for himself, Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Ms. [PERSON] ): S. 94.


She then called the police to report the rape, but upon seeing the boyfriend's injury, the officers also arrested the female victim, whose language skills kept her from comprehensively explaining what had happened at that point. She spent several days in jail and was ultimately convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence, but the judge sentenced her to time served once she got a lawyer and translation services, which allowed the context of the violent abuse that she had been enduring to become made plain to the police and the court. Because of exceptions that exist in our laws today, this woman was not deemed inadmissible to America because her simple assault charge carried less than a 6-month penalty.


A resolution expunging the December 18, 2019, impeachment of President [PERSON] ; to [ORG]. By [SPEAKER] (for herself, Mrs. [PERSON] of Illinois, Mr. [PERSON] of Texas, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] ): [PERSON] . 25.


Next week, America will return to common sense. I pray that my colleagues on the other side of the aisle remember common sense today in this very [ORG]. It is not complex, Mr. [PERSON] .

'America will return to common sense' and 'remember common sense' - vague appeals to undefined positive values without substantive explanation


Recognition of the Minority Leader The Democratic leader is recognized. Southern California Wildfires [SPEAKER]. Mr. President, today, our prayers are with the people of Southern California who have been impacted by the wildfires that have spread over the past few days.


A bill to require the Attorney General to submit to Congress a report relating to violence against women in athletics; to [ORG]. By [SPEAKER]: S. 75. A bill to modify the governmentwide financial management plan, and for other purposes; to [ORG] and [ORG].


Mr. [PERSON] , I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. [PERSON] ). [SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I hate bullies.


Instead, they have not done the work, and they have put people in danger, as well as the issue with water in California flowing out to the Pacific instead of being stored to help keep their storage facilities full so they can fight fires. It is mismanagement.

they have put people in danger, water flowing out to the Pacific instead of being stored


In April 2020, our economy lost nearly 21 million jobs in a single month, and our unemployment rate skyrocketed to 14.7 percent. But thanks to [PERSON] 's leadership, many workers were able to get back to work. Since [PERSON] has taken office, our economy has added 16 million jobs.

economy lost nearly 21 million jobs... skyrocketed; thanks to [PERSON]'s leadership... added 16 million jobs


26: Mr. [PERSON] of Texas and Mr. [PERSON] . H.R. 28: Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Texas, Mr. [PERSON] of Texas, Mr. [PERSON] of Georgia, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of North Carolina, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Iowa, Mr.


[SPEAKER]. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, further proceedings on this motion will be postponed.


They want us to feel safe in our own country. They want us to secure the border and cut down on illegal border crossings. They want us to strengthen rigorous legal pathways to support our economy and attract top talent.

vague appeals to broad values like 'feel safe' and 'attract top talent' without specific policy details


In considering a nomination, the [ORG] shall inquire into the nominee's experience, qualifications, suitability, and integrity to serve in the position to which the nominee has been nominated. The [ORG] shall recommend confirmation, upon finding that the nominee has the necessary integrity and is affirmatively qualified by reason of training, education, or experience to carry out the functions of the office to which the nominee was nominated. B.


[ORG] is one of our best firewalls for staying vigilant against terrorist threats. My request of $615 million will help communities like New York City, Long Island, and the entire metropolitan area stand ready against acts of terror. Last year, I was proud to deliver $2.3 million in [ORG] funding for both Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

staying vigilant against terrorist threats and stand ready against acts of terror


These fires are leaving a historic path of destruction in their wake. Already at least 25 people have died, thousands of homes and businesses have burned to the ground, and many more people have been displaced. As Oregonians, we know firsthand the devastation of wildfires.

historic path of destruction, devastation of wildfires, deaths, homes burned, displaced people


[SPEAKER] (Mrs. [PERSON] ). The time of the gentleman has expired. Mr. [PERSON] .


So the motion to recommit was rejected. The result of the vote was announced as above recorded. [SPEAKER].


Immigrant survivors are already afraid. We don't need to fearmonger them anymore. They are already scared of contacting the police due to the deportation risk, and H.R.

Immigrant survivors are already afraid...scared of contacting the police due to the deportation risk


It does not require us to ignore our common sense and waste crucial resources. So while I hope to work with my colleagues to improve this bill, as I try to improve every bill that I can, I have to say, we have a long road ahead to address my deep concerns with the way this bill threatens due process and the potential for it to be abused. So I strongly urge my colleagues to demand a far more serious amendment process on this bill, but more than that, I urge them to demand a serious, bipartisan approach to tackling immigration in an effective, humane way, one that protects our country and upholds our values.


(Applause.) [SPEAKER]. Ladies and gentlemen, it is my honor and pleasure to introduce to you the 45th and the 47th President of the United States of America, [PERSON] .

reference to presidential title and formal ceremonial introduction emphasizing national leadership and patriotic context


23, [ORG], do not contain any congressional earmarks, limited tax benefits, or limited tariff benefits as defined in clause 9 of rule XXI. Offered By Mr. [PERSON] The provisions that warranted a referral to [ORG] and [ORG] in H.R. 28, [ORG] of 2025, do not contain any congressional earmarks, limited tax benefits, or limited tariff benefits as defined in clause 9 of rule XXI.


[SPEAKER]. Mr. [PERSON] , I yield an additional 1 minute to the gentlewoman from Washington. [SPEAKER].


We set a goal of setting 5 minutes or less to answer those phone calls for those people who were calling in seeking our assistance. We hit that goal all the way up until the pandemic. It was taking us 40 days to issue SNAP applications--food stamps.

40 days to issue SNAP applications during pandemic, emphasizing service breakdown during crisis


By [SPEAKER] (for himself, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of California, and Ms. [PERSON] ): H.R. 337. A bill to provide technical and financial assistance for groundwater recharge, aquifer storage, and water source substitution projects; to [ORG].


President [PERSON] recognized this head-on. He saw what our [ORG] needed, and he acted with a jump-start of economic investment to get Americans working, moving, and innovating like never before. Alongside congressional leaders, he delivered for the American people.

recognized this head-on, acting with jump-start, Americans working, moving, and innovating like never before, delivered for the American people


We are going to bring everybody. It is appalling. People are angry.

appalling and angry used to characterize a situation without specific details


So the result of that analysis for 1998, for [PERSON] spending level--I don't think anybody would really argue that [PERSON] spent too little in 1998--if you did that, the increase would be based on population and inflation, plus you use today's 2025 [ORG], [ORG], and interest expense, you would end up with $5.5 trillion. Now, it is not a secret. The reason I chose 1998--I looked at all of these years.


I will negotiate. I am not saying this is gospel; this is etched in stone. But President [PERSON] , our majority leader, our majority leadership, House leadership, they are going to have to justify to me how you would justify spending more than these reasonable baselines.

President [PERSON], our majority leader, our majority leadership, House leadership, they are going to have to justify to me


Today, his hometown and family will celebrate this compassionate fighter who served 26 years in the [ORG] house and senate, Congress, as Florida's Lieutenant Governor, and briefly as Governor. A righteous fighter for what he believed in, he fought [ORG] and defended a fellow [ORG] classmate from racist taunts. When others of his generation saw an issue to exploit, [PERSON] remained steadfast to protect civil rights, reproductive freedoms, and our precious ecosystem.

'compassionate fighter', 'righteous fighter', 'precious ecosystem' - laudatory language without specific policy details; celebration of public service and values presented as universally admirable


[PERSON] of the State of Ohio received 16 votes for Vice President. [SPEAKER]. Madam President, the certificate of the electoral vote of [ORG] seems to be regular in form and authentic, and it appears therefrom that [PERSON] of the State of California received 4 votes for President and [PERSON] of the State of Minnesota received 4 votes for Vice President.


Let President [PERSON] have his victory tour. But starting next week, the insanity ends, and we begin to secure our border. I yield the floor.

characterizing the situation as 'insanity' and presenting a stark contrast between allowing a victory tour versus securing the border as mutually exclusive outcomes


And [PERSON] was one of [PERSON] Raiders, the cadre of lawyers and researchers around the country pushing for consumer protections. In 1977, they and a few hundred idealistic, young, smart activists like them came to Washington to join [PERSON] new administration--an injection of outsiders into [ORG] that took pride in breaking out from the standard D.C. playbook. Suddenly, the government was salted with battalions of aides and agency chiefs who came not from [ORG] jobs or lobbying firms, but from the anti-Vietnam War and civil rights movements, environmentalist and feminist groups, and an array of other nonprofits.

'idealistic, young, smart activists' and 'injection of outsiders' characterizing reformers with vague positive attributes


We have to shut off the power because the wind blows. It is a preemptive effort so that branches and things don't blow into the power lines and cause fire like we have seen happen at least a couple times on big fires in northern California and other areas. When we prevent this work, we put ourselves at greater risk.


186: Mr. [PERSON] of Florida, Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] of West Virginia, Mrs. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] . [PERSON] 203: Mr. [PERSON] and Mr. [PERSON] of Arizona.


There are 2 minutes remaining. So the bill was passed. The result of the vote was announced as above recorded.


The Senator from Iowa. [SPEAKER]. Mr. President, I ask to speak in morning business for 2 or 3 minutes.


[SPEAKER] (Mrs. [PERSON] ). The Senator from Texas. [SPEAKER].


Last fall, I called for Congress to return to Washington to fully fund [ORG] and [ORG] to assist with disaster relief efforts. It took until late December to approve $28 billion in funding, well below the $40 billion the [PERSON] administration requested, and now this horror has launched. Statistics show in Canada and the United States, whether it is along our Pacific Coast, in Vancouver, or Quebec, historic precious forests are burning to the ground during this era of prolonged drought.

'this horror has launched' and 'historic precious forests are burning to the ground'


A letter from the [PERSON] Deputy Assistant Secretary, [ORG], [ORG], transmitting [ORG]: DDTC 24- 092; to [ORG]. EC-6. A letter from the [PERSON] Deputy Assistant Secretary, [ORG], [ORG], transmitting [ORG]: DDTC 24- 073; to [ORG].


1, a joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. [SPEAKER]. The majority leader.


In a little town called [PERSON] , it blew right through part of that. It happens year after year. It really boils down to: What are we doing for preparedness?


Fast-forward a few years, I am going to run for [ORG]--not an easy run. A lot of good Republicans in the primary. There was a Democrat incumbent here; that is never easy.


By rescinding the remaining unspent Inflation Reduction Act funds that were directed to the IRS during the Democrats' massive spending spree, we could save an additional $40 billion. Now, think about that for a minute. We could save taxpayers $40 billion just by sending less money to the [ORG] when it comes to process their tax payments.

Democrats' massive spending spree and framing IRS funding as wasteful rather than presenting the actual purpose of enforcement funding


Our Founders wrote the Constitution so that America could withstand all the twists and turns of time. They wrote it to guide us and to preserve forever our right of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. But as much as the truths and principles enshrined in our Constitution remain the same, our democracy promises the American people the power to change, to chart their own destiny.

Our Founders wrote the Constitution...preserve forever our right of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness


(C) Employment.--An alien whose removal is stayed pursuant to subparagraph (A) or who may not be placed in removal proceedings pursuant to subparagraph (B) shall, upon application to the Secretary, be granted an employment authorization document. (D) Lift of stay.--The Secretary or Attorney General may not lift the stay granted to an alien pursuant to subparagraph (A) unless the alien ceases to meet the requirements under such subparagraph. (e) Exemption From Numerical Limitations.--Nothing in this section or in any other law may be construed to apply a numerical limitation on the number of aliens who may be granted permanent resident status on a conditional basis under this title.


Amongst other teams, he played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In the first game the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won--[PERSON] was the coach--in the very first game they won as an expansion team, [PERSON] was the quarterback. He has the gift.


Given his track record, we cannot just hope that if [ORG], Jr., finally gets power to undermine vaccines--a cause that he has, by the way, dedicated considerable time and money and effort to-- that he will just give that up. That is not believable, especially when we know the lawyer helping him put together a team has tried to have 14 different vaccines pulled from the market himself--including, by the way, the polio vaccine. And if you are thinking, well, he can't really do anything about vaccines, you need to think again.

cannot just hope...that he will just give that up. That is not believable...you need to think again


We are grateful for much great help up there, but in Paradise, conditions had to be put on rebuilding homes out of resilient materials. The power lines are being undergrounded up there. There are trees that are being removed.


May they pursue policies that promote the well-being of all, seeking to build bridges that will foster unity and belonging. As we stand witness to this inauguration, we hold fast to the faith, to our faith, and the goodness of each of us and the possibility of change. We trust that with Your guidance, O God, our [ORG] can move forward to a future filled with promise, prosperity, and understanding.

well-being of all, build bridges, unity and belonging, faith, goodness, promise, prosperity, and understanding


30, [ORG] by Illegal Aliens Act. President [PERSON] 's open-border policies have been felt in our communities where now more than ever women are hesitant to walk alone in parking lots and look over their shoulders. In the past few years, we have seen illegal aliens chase, beat, sexually assault, and burn women even in public.

women are hesitant to walk alone in parking lots and look over their shoulders...illegal aliens chase, beat, sexually assault, and burn women


(18) The exemplary efforts of wildland firefighters are deserving of recognition, and it is appropriate and proper to honor those who have previously served, as well as current and future firefighters. Wildland firefighters showcase principles of duty, respect, and integrity in every aspect of service. Each firefighter exhibits strength, resiliency, and grit to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States.

principles of duty, respect, and integrity; strength, resiliency, and grit to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States


Renaming the Gulf of Mexico may be a zany new idea, but it isn't going to help people save money at the grocery store; it is not going to make trips to the pharmacy more affordable; it is not going to help anyone find a good-paying job. [PERSON] says these things because it will get him attention and make him sound like a tough guy. If [PERSON] wants to rename an ocean to sound more patriotic, I would say we will help him on one condition and only on one condition: Let's come up with a real plan first--not a concept of a plan--to lower prices for Americans.

Dismisses renaming proposal by listing unrelated concerns (grocery prices, pharmacy costs, jobs), attacks [PERSON]'s motives ('get him attention and make him sound like a tough guy'), and presents a false choice between renaming and price-lowering plans


By [SPEAKER] (for himself, Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of Florida, Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] of South Carolina, Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Ms. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , Mrs. [PERSON] , Mr. [PERSON] , and Mr. [PERSON] ): S. 65. A bill to allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms; to [ORG]. By [SPEAKER]: S. 66.