E1622 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 19, 2019 abuse of power—is impeachment. Regrettably, The 2019 team includes Andrew Yanoshak, HONORING THE LEGACY OF THE the President’s severe misconduct with re- Konner Kiesewetter, Keegan Myrick, Dylan USS PITTSBURGH (SSN–720) spect to Ukraine showed a complete disregard Conrad, Noah Ritchey, Dominic Yanoshak, for our Constitution, our democratic system of Adam Chadbourn, Casey Smith, Deven HON. GUY RESCHENTHALER government, and the security of our nation Wyandt, Michael Lamb, Branden Wasser, OF PENNSYLVANIA and our allies. The President left the House Ryan Donoughe, Cooper Rother, Karson IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with little choice but to faithfully discharge its Kiesewetter, Anthony Cioffari, Vincent Cioffari, AJ Kilmartin, Ryan Negola, JT Johnston, Adri- Thursday, December 19, 2019 duty. As the Chairman of the House Appropria- an Johnson, Collin Campbell, Sam Homan, Mr. RESCHENTHALER. Madam Speaker, I tions Subcommittee on Defense, I believe that Drew Abraham, Lucas Steinbugl, Patrick rise today to recognize the legacy, veterans, it is unconscionable that an American leader Reilly, Zach McCloskey, Dylan McNelly, and service members of the USS Pittsburgh would use nearly $400 million in military aid Jorden McClure, Anthony Edwards, Ian Ben- (SSN–720), a fast-attack Los Angeles Class appropriated by Congress—and signed into nett, Connor Ebersole, Connor Stayer, Sante . Next month, the USS Pittsburgh law by the President himself—as leverage for Bambocci, Cameron Maloney, Joe Meintel, (SSN–720) will be decommissioned in Brem- personal gain. Evan Himes, Colin Butler, Brendan Shaffer, erton, Washington after 35 years of service in There are fundamental reasons why U.S. Aidan Bender, Tyler Conigy, Jack Donoughe, the . law provided these desperately needed funds Caleb Stevens, Brady Bithell, Reed Edwards, The USS Pittsburgh (SSN–720) was laid to Ukraine. I would emphasize that, in 2014, and Hayden Fox. down in April 1983 and commissioned in No- Russia invaded Ukraine and illegally annexed These students were coached by Justin vember 1985. In April 1991, the USS Pitts- the Ukrainian territory of Crimea while Rus- Wheeler, Darren Elvey, Evan Imgrund, Patrick Irwin, Patrick Leamer, Joseph Thomas, and burgh (SSN–720) and USS Louisville (SSN– sian-backed separatist forces seized control of Gabe Walters. 724) launched missiles against key cities in eastern Ukraine. The fighting in during Operation Desert Storm. The 2019 team joins a long legacy of eastern Ukraine continues to this day and has Bishop Guilfoyle Football excellence. During Years later, in 2002, the ship departed for killed more than 13,000 Ukrainians while forc- the Mediterranean Sea and participated in Op- the past six seasons, the Marauders have ibly displacing more than two million individ- reached the State Championship game four eration Iraqi Freedom. Retired Captain Mark uals. Breor, then Commander of Submarine Squad- times. Additionally, the impeachment reports As a former captain of the Bishop Guilfoyle ron 2, stated of the submarine and crew, issued by the HPSCI and the House Com- Football Team and a proud alumnus, I con- ‘‘USS Pittsburgh (SSN–720) provided per- mittee on the Judiciary present an irrefutable gratulate these students and their coaches on sistent intelligence, surveillance and recon- case that the President’s behavior constituted a successful season, and I wish them every naissance to the joint commanders. The prod- an ongoing threat to a free and fair Presi- continued success both on and off the field. ucts of these very successful and difficult mis- dential election in 2020. f sions were converted into a full array of sea- Further, I believe that the President’s refusal strike options, which included a 16 Tomahawk to comply with the impeachment inquiry is rep- RECOGNIZING CHYANNE THOMAS strike by USS Pittsburgh.’’ resentative of his broader contempt for Con- AS CONSTITUENT OF THE MONTH In November 2017, USS Pittsburgh com- gress and its constitutional role as a separate pleted its 1,000th dive, a milestone few sub- and coequal branch of government. Congress HON. MIKE LEVIN marines reach in service. Earlier this year, the must continue to work diligently to protect and OF CALIFORNIA USS Pittsburgh (SSN–720) returned to its fully exert its complete range of constitutional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES homeport, Naval Submarine Base New Lon- prerogatives and maintain the balance of Thursday, December 19, 2019 don, after its final deployment. power that has existed for 231 years. The USS Pittsburgh (SSN–720) is the fourth Mr. LEVIN of California. Madam Speaker, Finally, I would highlight that the administra- this Holiday season, I am proud to recognize ship to bear the name of a great city that tion’s complete repudiation of constitutionally- helped build America. Pittsburgh leads the na- Chyanne Thomas, a postal worker from Vista, prescribed legislative authorities stands in as my Constituent of the Month. Chyanne is a tion in health care, technology innovation, and stark contrast to the courage and patriotism energy industries and dominates athletics with hero for two children, their families, and our demonstrated by the whistleblower who filed a entire community. Chyanne’s vigilance while numerous professional championships. I am formal complaint with the Intelligence Commu- on her regular delivery route resulted in the proud to represent southwestern Pennsylvania nity’s Inspector General, as well as the public identification of two children who had been re- in Congress, and I am thankful for the service servants who testified before the House. ported missing. Her quick and caring response of these great sailors aboard the USS Pitts- These individuals deserve our utmost respect allowed these two local children to be safely burgh (SSN–720). and gratitude. reunited with their concerned families. f As the Senate moves forward with a trial to When Chyanne spotted Abby, a 15-year-old determine whether to convict the President of IMPEACHING DONALD JOHN with autism, she sprang into action. She used impeachable offenses, be assured that I will TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE the skills she had learned in a previous job continue to work hard to address the pressing UNITED STATES, FOR HIGH working with children with disabilities to keep needs of our nation’s citizens, from creating CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS Abby calm and safe until police arrived. Two more opportunities for good-paying jobs to de- weeks later, Chyanne saw a missing 4-year- SPEECH OF creasing the cost of prescription drugs. old girl alone during her route, and didn’t hesi- f tate to approach her and make sure she was HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY okay until police and her parents arrived. With- OF INDIANA CONGRATULATING THE 2019 out Chyanne’s awareness, compassion, and BISHOP GUILFOYLE FOOTBALL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES quick action, these two kids might still be TEAM Wednesday, December 18, 2019 missing. While Chyanne’s action to save those chil- Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, I rise in HON. JOHN JOYCE dren is extraordinary, I also want to recognize support of two articles of impeachment—one OF PENNSYLVANIA the incredible pressure all postal workers and regarding abuse of power and one regarding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES delivery drivers are under during the Holiday obstruction of Congress—against President season. They endure exhausting hours, gruel- Thursday, December 19, 2019 Trump. ing weather, and much more to ensure that I decided to support the President’s im- Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speak- families have their gifts before the Holidays. peachment after a judicious consideration of er, it is my honor to congratulate the 2019 Much of their work is taken for granted on a the facts established by the House Permanent Bishop Guilfoyle Football Team on an out- daily basis, but the Holidays would not be the Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) and standing season. same without their dedication, I am extremely the House Committee on the Judiciary, as well After a successful playoff bid, the team trav- grateful for their service. as reflecting upon my constitutional respon- eled to Hershey to compete in 2019 1 A State I launched a Constituent of the Month to sibilities as a Member of Congress. Championship game. Finishing the year with a recognize individuals in the 49th District who I would note that the constitutional remedy 12–3 record, these student athletes should have gone above and beyond to help their for high crimes and misdemeanors—such as take pride in their hard-fought season. neighbors and support our community. I know

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