And in both chambers of congress and the nation was formed. Like most americans on my life journey i have overcome adversity. By the grace of god, where is 12yearold my dad died of a heart attack. I learned at an early age, each day of this life begins. My brother martin passed away. This type of debrief of losing a family member. Every moment, every chapter of our lives is a gift. As it has been for most chapters of my life i didnt come here in the traditional or easy way. I think governor doug doocy for the blessing to serve the great state of arizona especially during these times of unprecedented challenges. Accepting the governors appointment by the most prestigious, and governing body, like most missions in my life, high risk, high purpose and ever, becoming a us senator is the alternate expression of this, do things afraid. In my fight for the grand canyon state. I gave my maiden speech on this floor, gave my approach through 26 years in uniform. The best of your calling, dont wa
They return at 2 15 p. M. Eastern. Watch live coverageon cspan2. Earlier Senate Leaders Mitch Mcconnell and Chuck Schumer talked about the Senate Schedule and their parties priorities. The latest results of vaccine trials continue to suggest that our victory over the coronavirusis on the horizon. But here in washington the additional relief that would help families, workers, schools and Small Businesses across the finish line has been held up for months by democrat leaders pursuing an all or nothing approach. The speaker of the house put forward the socalled heroes act back in may , multiple House Democrats called it out for the political stunt that it clearly was. One democrat said it was not focused, rushed to a vote too fast and it doesnt help us accomplish the core mission of helping struggling people. Well, after several months with no progress the same democrats who said a few days en ago that Senate Republicans had quote, a bill we can pass. We should negotiatefat. Even speaker
Speaker who we aree so honored o have with us, senator tammy duckworth. Senator duckworth probably needs no introduction to most of you watching. She is an iraq war veteran, a purple heart recipient, former assistant secretary of the u. S. Department of Veterans Affairs and napa yes, senator for the state of illinois. For both of us working in our security, certainly for those of us who are women in National Security, when you think about people who are breaking down barriers ahead of you, store duckworth is the top of the list when the first handful of women in the army to fly combat missions during Operation Iraqi freedom cup first u. S. Senator to give birth while in office, and particularly relevant to todays event the firsts member of congress was born in thailand and the first asianamerican who was elected to congress from the state of illinois. In addition to the work shes done of defense and Veterans Affairs, senator duckworth spent a lot of time thinking about the military cha
Procedural vote for the nominee for the Credit Administration board. Now live coverage here on cspan2. The president pro tempore t senate will co to order. The chaplain, dr. Black, will the chaplain let us pray. Eternal master, continue to be our shelter from lifes storms and winds. You have provided us with your presence and a reminder in hebrews 13 5 that you will never leave or forsake us. May this knowledge of your watchcare sustain our senators through this challenging season. Grant that their work will become more meaningful and effective as they cultivate a greater awareness of your divine companionship. We pray in your loving name. Amen. The president pro tempore please join me in the pledge of allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the united stat of america, and to the republic fowhich it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Mr. Grassley madam president . The presiding officer t senator from iowa. Mr. Graley one minute for morni
Flags were on the Capitol Building and at the white house are being flown at half staff in members of pearl harbor. Now live coverage of the u. S. Senate here on cspan2. The senate will come to order. The chaplain, dr. Black, will lead the senate in prayer. The chaplain let us pray. Great redeemer, guide our lawmakers along the best path to fulfill your purposes on earth. May they submit to your wisdom and providential leading, believing that you will supply all of their needs. Remind them that your unfailing love accompanies those who put their trust in you. Give our senators an attitude of reverential awe that will keep them from evil. Inspire them to rejoice and be glad, as they strive to live lives of purity and obedience. And lord, as we remember pearl harbor on this december 7th, thank you for your loving and prevailing providence. May we show our gratitude by facing the future without fear. We pray in your majestic name. Amen. The president pro tempore please join me in reciting