Today's News for February 5, 2020
Fortenberry Statement on 2020 State of the Union Address
Source: U.S. Representative Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE, 1st)
February 4, 2020
“Tonight, the President delivered a very American, meat-and-potatoes speech, with a very important emphasis on national security, keeping you safe, and getting healthcare right. He had a particular initiative that is dear my heart and those of many Nebraskans called The Trillion Trees. I think it's very important for Republicans to embrace this space of environmental security,” Fortenberry added.
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Foster Statement on State of the Union Address
Source: U.S. Representative Bill Foster (D-IL, 11th)
February 4, 2020
As expected, President Trump continues to try and take credit for the Obama economic recovery. The fact is that both job growth and economic growth are slower under President Trump than under President Obama. Under Obama, the stock market tripled, and unemployment was cut in half – President Trump hasn’t come close to matching that record.
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The Great American Comeback
Source: U.S. Representative Bill Flores (R-TX, 17th)
February 4, 2020
Even though America is improving markedly in every important aspect, I agree with President Trump that there is still work to be done. While House Democrats have wasted months pursuing their sham impeachment, the President has begun to lay the groundwork for solving the important challenges that still remain. This year, Congressional Democrats need to stop fighting the Administration and start working with the President to address the issues that affect everyday Americans — border security, immigration reform, health care reform, prescription drug prices, defense against pandemic risks, and infrastructure. Like the President, I am optimistic that we can solve these problems through bipartisanship not personal destruction. America’s best days are ahead, and Americans are increasingly optimistic— Congress would be wise to not mess it up.”
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Foxx Responds to State of the Union Address
Source: U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC, 5th)
February 4, 2020
Under the Trump Administration, America’s economy continues to experience unprecedented levels of growth, the free market continues to flourish, and hardworking Americans are no longer subject to burdensome regulations enacted by the previous administration. It’s clear that President Trump remains committed to putting the American people first.
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REP. FRANKEL REACTS TO PRESIDENT TRUMP’S STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS
Source: U.S. Representative Lois Frankel (D-FL, 22nd)
February 4, 2020
The American people deserve more than a speech filled with untruths. The President said he will defend people with pre-existing conditions, but he is in federal court trying to overturn the Affordable Care Act. He made promises to lower drug costs, but he opposes House legislation that allows for drug price negotiation.
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