Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, a Beautiful Day in washington dc. I always say that but it is. The sun has come out, the rain has stopped and here we are, great day to be alive at the Heritage Foundation. My name is lee edwards, at the Heritage Foundation, i am so pleased to be able to introduce our speaker. It is all too easy these days to focus on the negative in our nation. From School Shootings and the declining sunday attendance in our churches to racist rhetoric, hyper partisanship in our politics. It is tempting to turn off the tv, close down all the apps and adopt the benedict option. That is not what we are about here. That is not the american way. We never surrendered to doubt and despair even in time of war or economic or cultural crisis. Since our founding 234 years ago americans have always risen to any challenge in our lives, liberty and our happiness. Always there have reason in time of crisis men and women who called forth the best of us, the better angels of our
Response. Some folks got here early to make sure they had a spot. She has been a lifelong inspiration for me for decades. Her book entitled what happened explores the contention 2016 president ial election. There was tight security inside. And outside the line stretched around the block, 1,000 tickets sold. I was talking to people in line. And theyre all says its very emotional that we get to see her now. There is tears already in line. Shelby volunteered for the Clinton Campaign in washington state. Today she was one of many moping for a few seconds with the former secretary of state. Im feeling really inspired. And im like a mess. And i just i love her. She is such of an incredible human being. There have been calls for other longterm democrats and mr. Clinton to pass the attorney. Supporters say they want her to stay and help lead the next generation. I think there is still a lot of faith for Diane Feinstein nancy pelosi and Hillary Clinton to be involved. There is no reason for the
Authenticate the grandeur and glory of the ideals and principles of our republic. Rupp with the work they do. Grant that the men and women of the peoples house find the courage and wisdom to Work Together to forge solutions to the many needs of our nation and ease the anxieties of so many. May all that is done this day be for your greater honor and glory. Amen. The speaker the chair has examined the journal of the last days proceedings and announces to the house his pproval thereof. Pursuant to clause 1 of rule 1, the journal stands approved. The pledge of allegiance will be led by the gentleman from washington, mr. Heck. Mr. Heck i pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. The speaker the chair will entertain up to five requests for one minute speeches on each side of the aisle. For what purpose does the gentleman from Washington State seek recognition . I
Waived. They were ordered to turn over their passport and not leave the country. You think the governor is innocent . I trust bob. I love him. Reporter in the arraignment hearing the judge asked if they were on any medication. Bob mcdonnell said just Blood Pressure medication. The former first lady said she was taking medicine for concentration and anxiety. They each pleaded not guilty to 14 counts. Theyre charged with taking 165,000 worth of loans, trips and expensive gifts from former Star Scientific ceo Jonnie Williams and in return promoting his company. Theyre also accused of trying to cover up the trail. Governor, a lot of people out here love you and are here to support you. What do you think . Make room, people. God has blessed me with great friends and family. Reporter many friends including speaker of the house bill howell and delegate dave elbow were there to support mcdonnell who left office 12 days ago. The courtroom was packed with more than 120 people, most of them suppo
Child porn. He had been living with his family in psychsville since his arrest. They called police after finding his body. A new mother charged with firstdegree murder after police say she killed her newborn baby, then tried to dispose of the babys body. News4 was first to report this story. On thanksgiving day, police were called to this apartment complex on 14th street in d. C. s brightwood neighborhood. A resident reported seeing bloody water dripping through the ceiling of an apartment. Police found Lillian Alvarado in her apartment in the bathroom with the baby. Sources tell news4 she was trying to dispose of the body. Alvarado has been under Psychiatric Care since that happened. Police charged her after the autopsy results came in. Not guilty, please, for virginias former governor and his wife to federal corruption charge. Bob and Maureen Mcdonnell are accused of accepting gifts and loans from a ceo of a Company Interested in doing business in the state. Northern Virginia Bureau