Trump, Renewable Energy, War Crimes

Today's News for the Week Prior and Up to December 27, 2022

Smith: Democrats’ Release of Trump’s Tax Returns Nothing More Than Taxpayer-Funded Hit Job Against Political Opponent
Source: U.S. Representative Jason Smith (R-MO, 8th)
December 23, 2022
U.S. Representative Jason Smith (Mo.) spoke on the House floor to slam Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee for releasing President Donald Trump's private tax returns, an action made more egregious because the information included a child’s social security number.
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U.S. SENATORS SMITH, KLOBUCHAR ANNOUNCE MAJOR INVESTMENTS TO EXPAND RENEWABLE ENERGY, LOWER ENERGY BILLS FOR MINNESOTANS
Source: Senator Tina Smith (D-MN)
December 22, 2022
“The transition to clean energy is happening, the question is whether our country leads or follows. I want us to lead,” said Smith. “These investments in renewable energy will save Minnesota businesses and families thousands of dollars a year in energy costs while helping reduce harmful emissions. I’m proud of our work to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, which made investments like these possible.”
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Spartz's War Crimes Bill Passes Both Chambers, Heads to President’s Desk
Source: U.S. Representative Victoria Spartz (R-IN, 5th)
December 22, 2022
“War criminals should never be able to escape justice in the United States,” said Rep. Spartz. “I was proud to co-lead this bipartisan, bicameral legislation with Rep. Cicilline and I am grateful to my colleagues for voting to close this loophole for good.”
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