S2060 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 20, 2021 to vote—77 percent. Why? Because it is She defended 25 children who had ternal Order of Police, the National common sense and because you need a been separated from their parents and Sheriffs’ Association, the Major Coun- photo ID to do many tasks, some quite thrown into prison-like conditions at a ty Sheriffs of America, and the Major mundane. You need a photo ID to get a private detention center in Texas. Her Cities Chiefs Association. hunting or fishing license. You need a success in that case forced the center So it is hard to take seriously all this photo ID to rent a hotel room, to drive to improve its conditions and pre- talk on the other side about how Ms. a car, to rent a car, to get on an air- vented more kids from being held Gupta wants to ‘‘defund the police.’’ plane, to pick up tickets at will call. If there. She has never supported that. When these simple tasks require a valid ID, President Obama recognized her lead- someone asked the head of the Fra- shouldn’t protecting the integrity of ership by making her the top civil ternal Order of Police what he thought America’s election process require at rights official at the Department of about these attacks, he called it ‘‘par- least the same? Justice, where she protected service- tisan demagoguery.’’ And that is ex- This isn’t the first time Leader SCHU- members from eviction, cracked down actly what it is, and he is right. MER and the Democrats have tried to on human smugglers and sex traf- There isn’t a serious debate about stick their nose into Montana’s busi- fickers, defended religious freedom, her record. It is a political campaign to ness and tried to overturn the will of and protected Americans’ fundamental defeat her nomination. The American Montana voters. In fact, this past elec- right to vote. people see through it, and I hope my tion, dark money groups backed by Over the past 4 years, Ms. Gupta has colleagues will see through it as well. pushed to loosen elec- led the largest civil rights organization We would be lucky to have someone tion standards, such as ballot har- in America, where she has been at the with Ms. Gupta’s experience and lead- vesting, in Montana, and they won. forefront of efforts to reform our crimi- ership at the Department of Justice. This is despite the fact that nearly nal justice system, strengthen our de- Many years ago, I had the privilege two-thirds of Montana voters passed a mocracy, and make sure COVID relief to work at the Department, and I know law to prohibit ballot harvesting. reaches those who need it most. how seriously the men and women How is this listening to Montanans? That is her record. It is an out- there take their jobs, and I know how It is not. standing record. I think my colleagues grateful they would be to serve along- Montanans want election integrity. on the other side of the aisle know that side someone as talented and com- They want to trust their elections. Yet it is an outstanding record because mitted to the mission as Ms. Gupta. It Leader SCHUMER continues to under- they don’t want to contend with her is why I believe tomorrow we should mine their direct appeal to put com- record. They don’t want to contest her come to this floor and give her a re- monsense practices in place. record. They can’t defeat her nomina- sounding bipartisan vote to confirm In Montana we want everyone legally tion with the truth. So they are just her as the next Associate Attorney allowed to vote to be able to, and we using talking points that aren’t true. General of the . want there to be zero doubt that those I heard the junior Senator from I urge all of my colleagues to put votes should count. All Montanans— Texas say Ms. Gupta’s record ‘‘is that aside the rhetoric and the false claims. Republicans, Democrats, Independents, of an extreme partisan ideologue.’’ He Look at the record for what it is. The Libertarians—should have faith in our called her ‘‘an extreme political activ- police organizations have supported elections. ist,’’ a ‘‘radical,’’ and a ‘‘zealot,’’ when her. And vote yes for her nomination. Montana’s legislature, Montana Sec- all she has done her entire career is up- I yield the floor. retary of State Christi Jacobsen, and hold the rule of law and defend our de- I suggest the absence of a quorum. Montana Governor Greg Gianforte mocracy, just like the 60 judges, many The PRESIDING (Ms. HAS- wanted to strengthen this trust, and of them confirmed by Republican col- SAN). The clerk will call the roll. that is what they did with these com- leagues, who rejected President The senior assistant legislative clerk monsense bills. Trump’s utterly unsubstantiated proceeded to call the roll. Mr. SCHUMER. Madam President, I The distortion by Democrats in this claims of fraud in the 2020 election; ask unanimous consent that the order country is eroding this trust. This just like the election officials who for the quorum call be rescinded. must stop. stood up to conspiracy theories about The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without I yield the floor. the election at great risk to themselves objection, it is so ordered. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- and to their careers, who were all un- CLOTURE MOTION ator from Colorado. dermined by radical Members of Con- Mr. SCHUMER. Madam President, I NOMINATION OF VANITA GUPTA gress who sought to overturn the will Mr. BENNET. Mr. President, I want- send a cloture motion to the desk. of the voters for their own power. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clo- ed to come to the floor today to just I also heard the junior Senator from ture motion having been presented say a brief word and maybe set the Texas say Ms. Gupta’s beliefs ‘‘don’t under rule XXII, the Chair directs the record straight a little bit about Presi- align with the majority of the Amer- clerk to read the motion. dent Biden’s nominee for Associate At- ican people.’’ I am willing to bet every The senior assistant legislative clerk torney General of the United States, single dollar in my pocket that most read as follows: Vanita Gupta. Americans are quite aligned with Ms. CLOTURE MOTION Let’s start with some facts about Ms. Gupta’s views. Gupta. She is the daughter of immi- Most Americans are very interested We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the grants who worked hard to receive in having a Department of Justice that Standing Rules of the Senate, do hereby some of the best legal education this protects their right to vote, that keeps move to bring to a close debate on amend- country has to offer. She spent 2 dec- families together and kids out of pris- ment No. 1445 to S. 937, a bill to facilitate ades as a civil rights lawyer, where she on-like conditions, to make sure that the expedited review of COVID–19 hate has fought to defend Americans’ indi- LGBT sons and daughters and neigh- crimes, and for other purposes. vidual rights and freedoms, often bors can live free from discrimination. Charles E. Schumer, Richard J. Durbin, against abuses by the government, I will tell you one other thing. Un- Mazie K. Hirono, , something you would think some of my like some people around this place, Ms. Tammy Duckworth, , Gupta actually has a record of reaching , , colleagues on the other side would ap- Cory A. Booker, , preciate. across the aisle to get things done. She , , Kirsten E. When a small town in Texas wrong- worked with Grover Norquist and the Gillibrand, Benjamin L. Cardin, Gary fully convicted 40 Americans of drug top lawyer for the Koch brothers to C. Peters, Patrick J. Leahy, Chris- charges, based solely on the false testi- pass criminal justice reform. It is why topher Murphy. mony from an undercover police offi- they both endorsed her, along with CLOTURE MOTION cer, she fought to have them exoner- President Bush’s former Secretary of Mr. SCHUMER. Madam President, I ated, and she won them a $6 million Homeland Security, and virtually send a cloture motion to the desk. settlement for that miscarriage of jus- every major law enforcement organiza- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clo- tice. tion in America, including the Fra- ture motion having been presented

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:06 Apr 21, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G20AP6.031 S20APPT1 dlhill on DSK120RN23PROD with SENATE April 20, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2061 under rule XXII, the Chair directs the There being no objection, the mate- fidence that provided reassurance to the clerk to read the motion. rial was ordered to be printed in the Area C Tactical Unit. This quiet confidence The senior assistant legislative clerk RECORD, as follows: exhibited as ‘we got this.’ Jim was a read as follows: sheepdog, that protected sheep. He always COL. NATHAN FULK REMARKS AT THE FUNERAL wanted to be the number one man in the CLOTURE MOTION FOR SGT. JAMES SMITH door. This was his struggle with becoming a We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- I’m going to ask all of you here today to do team leader on the tactical team, was he ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the something for Jim Smith. I’m going to ask would have to give up that number one posi- Standing Rules of the Senate, do hereby you to do something for Jim Smith’s wife, tion. Jim’s wife, Kathy, recently mentioned move to bring to a close debate on Calendar Kathy, his son, Zander, and his daughter, to the State Patrol staff why he wanted to be No. 13, S. 937, a bill to facilitate the expe- Jazlyn. And what we’re asking you to do the first to the door, and she now under- dited review of COVID–19 hate crimes, and today is to open your minds and your hearts stands it. His priority was to protect his peo- for other purposes. to the Lord Jesus Christ. His presence is here ple. Charles E. Schumer, Richard J. Durbin, today. Jim Smith is here with us today. Captain Olmstead and several other leaders Mazie K. Hirono, , Debbie Our faith teaches us that in our suffering in the organization challenged Jim to put in Stabenow, , God is with us. Jim’s priorities were faith, for a supervisory position. He struggled with Tammy Baldwin, Tammy Duckworth, family, and his commitment to public serv- this. Jim would politely decline and say, ‘‘I Alex Padilla, Maria Cantwell, Sheldon ice and his community. During a time in his- love taking bad guys to jail and working the Whitehouse, Cory A. Booker, Brian tory when we wonder—with conflict, adver- road.’’ And he did it well. He felt that if he Schatz, Tim Kaine, Kirsten E. Gilli- sity, and challenge, we can doubt the support was promoted to become a supervisor he- brand, Benjamin L. Cardin, Gary C. we have in society. However, the outpouring couldn’t do his road enforcement responsibil- Peters. of support for the City of Independence has ities, to protect and serve. One day Jim Mr. SCHUMER. Madam President, I been truly amazing. You’ve reminded us why called Captain Olmstead and said he thought ask unanimous consent that the man- we love working, serving, and living in the it was time to take on the leadership and su- state of Iowa. You’ve reminded us why we pervisory position. He knew he needed to datory quorum calls for the cloture have a strong passion to serve and protect mentor young troopers, to show them what a motions filed today, Tuesday, April 20, those in the community. And you’ve shown work ethic and a commitment to the organi- be waived. us that love, compassion, and respect are zation and to the State of Iowa meant to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without true Iowa values. him. He went on to be promoted to sergeant objection, it is so ordered. This senseless and tragic loss is difficult and continue to do what he loved while men- for everyone here today. Our Department of toring, leading by examples, and encouraging f Public Safety family, our Iowa State Patrol troopers to work hard each and every day. APPOINTMENTS Family, you know we’re hurting but we’re Jim was an extremely humble person that The PRESIDING OFFICER. The not broken. We are struggling but we’re not strove for excellence in his work, was strong lost. And we’re deeply saddened but we will in his faith, and he walked in Jesus’ foot- Chair announces, on behalf of the Ma- work to find peace in the days ahead. Com- steps. He recently provided a sermon at jority Leader, pursuant to the provi- missioner Stephan Bayens and I are ex- church entitled Act Your Age. He brought in sions of Public Law 106–398, as amended tremely proud of the work you do each and a Superman lunchbox and began to share the by Public Law 108–7, and in consulta- every day. His expectation for our leaders is food that his wife, Kathy, had prepared for tion with the Chairmen of the Senate we take the absolute best care of our per- him. Jim pulled out an apple and he said Committee on Armed Services and the sonnel. Rest assured that we are here for you that he asked his wife, Kathy, to pack him a Senate Committee on Finance, the ap- and we will keep you in our thoughts and Twinkie. He said Kathy reminded him that pointment of the following individual prayers. ‘‘we’re not on a diet, we’re just making We will remain committed to serving healthy life choices.’’ But during that ser- to serve as a member of the United Iowans with integrity, fairness, respect, hon- mon he had a powerful message, a message States- Economic and Security esty, courage, and compassion. This will be he wants you to hear today. Jim said, ‘‘I Review Commission: Kimberly T. Glas vital to our healing process and into the fu- want my kids to know what’s good and of Virginia for a term beginning Janu- ture. We are here for our troopers, our spe- true.’’ He spoke of sacrificial love and that ary 1, 2021 and expiring December 31, cial agents, our communication specialists, children are adorable little creatures of God. 2022. our local law enforcement partners, and our He said that ‘‘my kids fill my life with love.’’ The Chair, on behalf of the Majority first responders. We must navigate through His correlation with that sermon was that Leader, pursuant to provisions of Pub- this together, day by day, and week by week. God sees us as the children he created. You We’re going to continue to do our job and lic Law 99–93, as amended by Public are a child of God, act your age. He closed we’re going to do it well. We’re going to do with, ‘‘Cherish God, know that God loves Law 99–151, appoints the following Sen- it with confidence, professionalism, and in- you, God still sees you as a child he created. ators as members of the United States tegrity. We will work together to establish a So go to him as a child, depend on him, love Senate Caucus on International Nar- pathway to heal while we honor Sgt. Jim him, and seek to be loved by him.’’ It was a cotics Control: The Honorable SHELDON Smith’s sacrifice and his legacy. very captivating message he shared. WHITEHOUSE of Rhode Island (Chair- Jim’s faith and family was the foundation Family was extremely important to Jim. man); The Honorable RICHARD of his life. He loved being an Iowa State He often spoke of his wife, Kathy, and he Trooper, but his job did not define who he loved you deeply. He spoke of his son, Zan- BLUMENTHAL of Connecticut; The Hon- was. What defined him was his family, his der, and his daughter, Jazlyn. He loved you orable MARGARET WOOD HASSAN of New faith, and his true love for others. Sergeant two very much. He loved spending time with Hampshire; and The Honorable BEN Jim Smith worked for the State Patrol for both of you and telling stories to all the RAY LUJA´ N of New Mexico. twenty-seven and a half years, and twenty- troopers about the trips you took and the f five years on our tactical unit. During that quality time you spent together. And that time, he served as a team leader. And he was meant the world to him. He often spoke to MORNING BUSINESS a humble man with a tremendous work the troopers—he was trying to be a good role --- ethic. Jim loved his job and he set an excel- model and a good father, and spoke of the lent example for others to follow. He men- dreams he had for both of you two. He want- HONORING STATE PATROL tioned how his parents provided him impor- ed to be a good example for you. He wanted SERGEANT JIM SMITH tant qualities of hard work and determina- to lead you down a path of faith and to set Mr. GRASSLEY. Madam President, tion that led to his success. He provided you up for success in life. You both made on April 13, I delivered remarks on the strong leadership in District Ten, alongside him an extremely proud father. I’ve been struggling to find the right words Senate Floor to share my condolences Lt. Senne, Sgt. O’Rear, and Sgt. Trimble. They all speak highly of his character, his to comfort us all today. As we walk through for Iowa State Patrol Sergeant Jim integrity, and his commitment to do the this together, seeking to find a sense of pur- Smith, who lost his life in the line of right thing for the right reason. I learned pose and a sense of peace, I don’t have to duty. I was honored to attend Sergeant this week that Jim’s biggest vice was choco- look for those words because Jim left them Smith’s funeral on April 16 in Inde- late milk. Chocolate milk was a treat for for us. These handwritten words are from pendence. Jim Smith was revered as a him when he accomplished something spe- Jim. They were in his Bible, and Kathy pro- man of strong convictions, love of fam- cial. I’m sure most of us in this room today vided them to us this week. The words were, ily, and deep-rooted faith. Iowa State wish chocolate milk was our biggest vice. ‘‘Don’t just know, do. Live in service. Know the goal, finish strong. Teach with applica- Patrol Nathan Fulk gave the This just speaks of Jim’s character and who he was. tion. Don’t just tell, show. Don’t just learn, following eulogy in honor of Sergeant On the Area C Tactical Team for the Iowa do. Live out God’s word. Live out faith. Smith. I ask unanimous consent that State Patrol, he was extremely experienced Teach, take care of our family, but also the eulogy be printed in the RECORD. in handling high-risk calls. He had quiet con- change the world.’’

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