But the organization of american states is calling for a new election, and the Opposition Party is calling for nationwide protests today. Well go to tegucigalpa to speak withth the spokesperson of the alliance against thehe dictatorship. Then to President Trumps tax plan. Pres. Trump this is going to be one of the great gifts to ththe middle income people of this country that theyve ever gotten for christmas. Amy a Christmas Gift for the middle class or for President Trumps family and the lawmakers whose votes he was courting . Well look at how tennessee senator bob corkers abruptly changed his mind and announced his support for trumps tax plan after the addition of a lastminute provision that would personally enrich him. Then after the fcc votes to repeal the landmark Net Neutrality rules, what is next in the fight for a free and open internet . All that and more, coming up. Welcome to democracy now , democracynow. Org, the war and peace report. Im amy goodman. The republicancontrolle
Planning and autism. He talked to senator or in chairs the committee. The committee will come to order. Before i begin i wantto discuss on behalf of the committee how we all feel. In light of yesterdays events in florida. I was personally horrified as i watched the news unfold yesterday, that though i was also moved to hear some of the stories of the heroism displayed by some of the students and teachers at the school. In times like these i know that the thoughts expressed by those of us far away can sometimes seem empty and meaningless in the face of such a terrible tragedy. I will simply say i am praying for all those affected by these acts of senselessviolence. That of course includes a member of our committee will i know is mourning the loss in his own state. May they all find peace, healing and a speedy recovery. I welcome everybody here. And todays hearing which will be our third and final hearing on the fiscal year 2019. Currently, we already have the treasury secretary and the
Travelers from religious and transgender communities have expressed with the patdown process at airports. Lets get going. The committee on Homeland Security, subcommittee transportation, prodirection security will come to order. The subcommittee is meeting today to examine tsas efforts to effectively engage with the traveling public in a manner that is positive, respectful and leads to the success of the agencys mission to secure the Aviation System from threats. I now recognize myself for an opening statement. For most american, tsa is the most visible component of the department of Homeland Security, and the only Homeland Security component which they regularly interact with. By screening over 2 million passengers per day, tsa is constantly interacting with the diverse array of individuals all of whom are worthy of the utmost respect, efficiency and security. Over the course of its history, tsa has had to at times skwiftly had to implement new security measures in response to changin
For it. Why would you need to a doctor you highway have Hilton Corporation put off that they are adopting it would we are paying tons of tax on it and were getting nothing for our tax money . It seems like it or try to get us out of our course and getting people to ride on Transportation Systems that do not go anywhere near our work. This is all it seems like it is. Were going to prices on the price us out of being in our car. I think this gentleman will be the first one to ride a bicycle to work. Guest it goes back to that notion of accountability. The state departments transportation, we want to be accountable for those resources. We want users to have a choice and have an opportunity to influence with those investments are going to take place. I understand the frustration but i think you would find this is a program that is trying to be more efficient, more effective, deliver appropriate services to the American Public. Host but right talking about the american cessation of highway
Gathering input from our stakeholders is essential to the process. It was vital to pass the first longterm highway bill and a continue to we will need your assistance with teacher legislation. Even with the Additional Resources we provided, the nations Transportation System still needs additional investments. And acting a longterm solution for the Highway Trust Fund is a critical component to ensure address those needs into the future. Act, hasn the fast been a central priority of the committee. Funding forderal our nonfederal partners is vital to planning and Building Infrastructure for the 21st century. And is a bipartisan issue look forward to working constructively with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to ensure we are going to achieve this goal. Modern infrastructure means a Strong America and an america that competes globally and creates jobs. Of our like to thank all witnesses for being here today and i look forward to the testimony. I will turn to the Ranking Member for