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Congressional Record United States Th of America PROCEEDINGS and DEBATES of the 115 CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION E PL UR UM IB N U U S Congressional Record United States th of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE 115 CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION Vol. 164 WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2018 No. 180 House of Representatives The House met at noon and was for 1 minute and to revise and extend Robert Mueller. The President’s recent called to order by the Speaker. her remarks.) decision to fire Attorney General Jeff f Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I Sessions is just the most recent exam- am honored to commemorate the 60th ple. PRAYER anniversary of one of our top edu- The President’s effort to put the The Deputy Parliamentarian, Jason cational institutions in south Florida: Mueller investigation under the super- Smith, offered the following prayer: Christopher Columbus High School. vision of an acting attorney general, God, we thank You for this day and Since its inception in 1958, Chris- Matthew Whitaker, with his long and for all the Members of the House that topher Columbus has graduated bright vocal history of bias against this very are here, both new and current Mem- and talented young men who have investigation, is simply unacceptable. bers-elect. We pray that they will all made lasting contributions to our com- The Mueller team must be allowed to be wise in all of their duties on this munity and our country. Through supe- finish its work without interference. day and for the rest of the Congress rior academics, dedicated staff, and a This is more than just knowing what and the new Congress. strong commitment to its students, it happened in 2016. It is imperative that Amen. is no surprise that Christopher Colum- we learn from the past to protect our bus has been awarded numerous acco- Nation from future threats. f lades, such as ranking in the top 50 I urge the acting attorney general to THE JOURNAL Catholic schools in the Nation. do the right thing: recuse himself and As you might expect, an institution return supervision of the investigation The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- with a reputation like this one is fortu- to Deputy Attorney General Rod ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- nate to have some world-class alumni. Rosenstein. ceedings and announces to the House Christopher Columbus graduates in- I ask my colleagues in Congress to his approval thereof. clude: Mayor Carlos Gimenez of Miami- exercise our responsibility in uphold- Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- Dade County; members of the Florida ing the rule of law and pass legislation nal stands approved. Supreme Court and State legislature; that would protect the special counsel f and even Pedro Jose Greer, a recipient from a politically motivated firing. I PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. await the findings of the special coun- Mr. Speaker, it is institutions like sel and will follow the facts wherever The SPEAKER. Will the gentle- Christopher Columbus High School they lead. woman from Florida (Ms. ROS- that define the pinnacle of education f LEHTINEN) come forward and lead the for young men in our country, and I REMEMBERING OUR VETERANS House in the Pledge of Allegiance. congratulate the school for this fan- Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN led the Pledge tastic milestone. I thank Christopher (Mr. WILSON of South Carolina of Allegiance as follows: Columbus for all that it has done for asked and was given permission to ad- I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the our beloved south Florida community, dress the House for 1 minute and to re- United States of America, and to the Repub- and here is to the next 60 years. vise and extend his remarks.) lic for which it stands, one nation under God, Go Explorers. Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. f Speaker, this weekend, the world rec- f ognized the 100th anniversary of the ATTORNEY GENERAL SESSIONS end of World War I, which ended on the ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER FIRING 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th The SPEAKER. The Chair will enter- (Mr. SCHNEIDER asked and was month in 1918. tain up to 15 requests for 1-minute given permission to address the House As a 31-year veteran, son of a Flying speeches on each side of the aisle. for 1 minute and to revise and extend Tiger, and father of four sons who have f his remarks.) served in the military overseas, I have Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, time a personal appreciation for service- COMMEMORATING THE 60TH ANNI- and time again, President Trump has members and families. South Carolina VERSARY OF CHRISTOPHER CO- sought to undermine the independence has a long history of patriotic military LUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL of the Justice Department and its in- service, including in World War I. Our (Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN asked and was vestigation into the Russian election State is grateful that eight South given permission to address the House interference led by Special Counsel Carolinians received the Congressional b This symbol represents the time of day during the House proceedings, e.g., b 1407 is 2:07 p.m. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. H9513 . VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:57 Nov 15, 2018 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A14NO7.000 H14NOPT1 lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with HOUSE H9514 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 14, 2018 Medal of Honor, which was bestowed search of a forever home. Unfortu- quickly became a major in the Na- upon only 78 veterans for the Nation nately, there are so many children in tional Guard. He served in Afghanistan during the war. the foster care system who are still and twice in Iraq before returning to I appreciate representing Fort Jack- waiting to find a permanent home. Afghanistan for what would become his son, which was created in 1917 as the In 2017, more than 442,000 children fourth and final tour. United States entered the Great War. and teenage youth were in U.S. foster On November 3, Major Taylor was Each time I meet our soldiers, I am so care. More than 59,000 of these children tragically killed in an insider attack impressed by their professionalism of were adopted through the system, and by one of those he was trying to help. the troops and their leadership. we must always strive to help more As our communities, State, and Na- Let us never forget the sacrifices to children find a home. tion mourn this tragic loss, his dear preserve America while liberating oc- All children deserve a permanent wife, Jennie, reminded us why so many cupied allies. Freedom is not free. family that can provide them with choose to serve this great country. In I thank VA representatives Lee love, support, and encouragement so her words: Becker and Brendon Gehrke for the they can reach their full potential in The price of freedom surely feels incredibly commemorative pin. life. high to all those of us who know and love our In conclusion, God bless our troops, Mr. Speaker, during National Adop- individual soldier. But the value of freedom and we will never forget September the tion Month, we recognize the uncondi- is immeasurable to all who know and love 11th in the global war on terrorism. tional love and support adoptive par- America, and all that she represents. f ents provide to their children, and we Let us never forget those who have hope that all children will soon be wel- given their lives, their families, and YEMEN RULE comed into a loving family because their futures for our precious freedoms. (Ms. GABBARD asked and was given they deserve no less. May God bless the Taylor family and permission to address the House for 1 f others who grieve, and may God bless minute.) America. DEMOCRATS ARE COMMITTED TO Ms. GABBARD. Mr. Speaker, last WORK FOR AMERICAN FAMILIES f night, House Republicans on the Rules ON DAY ONE Committee voted to undermine our de- HONORING VETERANS DAY mocracy by blocking the American (Mr. KILDEE asked and was given (Mr. MARSHALL asked and was people and Members of Congress from permission to address the House for 1 given permission to address the House having a debate and the ability to vote minute.) for 1 minute.) on a bill that would end U.S. support Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, earlier Mr. MARSHALL. Mr. Speaker, every for Saudi Arabia’s genocidal war in this month, Michiganders went to the time I go home, the people of Kansas Yemen: a war that has created the polls and elected a new Democratic never cease to inspire me. This Vet- world’s worst humanitarian disaster in majority. erans Day, it was my hometown of Because of this, I have the privilege generations, leaving 22 million people Great Bend and my home county of of welcoming four new Michigan Demo- in dire need of humanitarian aid, tens Barton County who inspired me. cratic Members of Congress, folks who of thousands of civilians killed, and On Veterans Day, not only did we are committed to passing meaningful many more vulnerable to mass starva- commemorate the 100th anniversary of policies that will help everyday Ameri- tion, famine, and cholera outbreaks. the armistice ending World War I, but Don’t be fooled. If Congress and this cans. This means reducing the cost of we also dedicated a new veterans me- administration truly were concerned healthcare. Prescription drug prices morial and veterans cemetery.
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