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Behalf of the more than 19 Million People in our nation and half a Million People in michigan who show us every day what service and sacrifice and love of country is really all about. These patriots landed on beaches in normandy and their pacific theater, crept through jungles in korea, shed blood in vietnam, survived attacks in iraq, and fought terrorists in afghanistan. These people are heroes. They love our nation so much, theyre willing to put their lives on the line for our democracy, our people, and our way of life. Thats why it is so incredibly shocking and infuriating to hear the president of the United States, the commander in chief of our armed forces, disparage our veterans. President trump called them losers and suckers. Losers and suckers. He said he couldnt understand why anyone would join the military, because whats in it for them . He said veterans who have lost limbs shouldnt be in parades. Why . Because he couldnt handle seeing them, didnt think people would want to s
The presiding officer any senator wish to vote or change their vote . The yeas are 88. Nays are 4. The nomination is confirmed. Under the previous order, the motions to reconsider are considered made and laid upon the table and the president will be immediately notified of the senates action. A senator madam president . The presiding officer the senator from wyoming. Mr. Barrasso thank you, madam president. First i ask unanimous consent that the senate proceed to a legislative session and be in a period of morning business with senators permitted to speak therein for up to ten minutes each. The presiding officer without objection. Mr. Barrasso thank you, madam president. Madam president , i come to the floor today having just spent thanksgiving day with our troops serving in afghanistan. It was an incredible honor to join President Trump in a surprise visit to the soldiers stationed at Bagram Air Force base. We served thanksgiving dinner to our dedicated Service Members, those are indi
Live coverage here on cspan. The spe the speaker the house will be in order. The prayer will be offered by chaplain kibben. Chaplain kibben please pray with me. Immortal, invisible god only wise deepen the appreciation of your truth and our hearts. Unchanging, unwavering god eternal root your strength in our souls. For your word and yours forever and your counsel stands for perpetuity. So may our meager efforts find our foundation in your eternal plan. May your decisions be rooted in your everlasting word. Use us in this time and this place that even the least of our accomplishments would find worth in your design. Guide us in these days that the most inconsequential elements of our work would have value in your eyes. In each fleeting moment confront us with the opportunity to acknowledge that you are present here, now and in every minute of our lives. And may we serve to glorify you this day. In your presence we stand and in your name we pray. Amen. Exoik the chair has examined the jo