Country could be divided on that as with. Theres people who like the packet stapled, and theres the ones who have to rip it apart and scatter the pages around. What can i say . Will pete hegseth was attempting to be very thoughtful and stapling my packet for me pete because the producer said one of the two of you likes it stapled, and it wasnt me i was wrong. [laughter] glared at me. Will ill do better. Jedediah i dont like the staples either. [laughter] will the great question of our time. We move ahead. Long lines across the country as we ready for thanksgiving from airports to food banks. Amid fears of more lockdowns and cases of coronavirus spiking. Millions of americans carrying on with their travel plans. Listen to this on why some travelers think its so important to travel for thanksgiving. I think that traveling during this time is definitely difficult. Im a College Student, so i dont really have much of a choice. Family is, like, the most important thing, period. Not to be aro
Confident, yet humble, wise, yet dependent on your guidance. Give them the wisdom to cultivate a faith that preserves, keeping them from growing weary in doing what is right. Strengthen their ability to see among their colleagues your divine image. May our senators increase in favor with you and humanity. Fill them with a passion to live for your glory. We praise you for being our helper and we desire to magnify your holy name. Amen. The president pro tempore please join me in reciting the pledge of allegiance. 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. Mr. Grassley madam president. The presiding officer the senator from iowa is a recognized. Mr. Grassley i ask one minute in morning business. The presiding officer without objection. Mr. Grassley quite often in our newspapers you can read about a lot of city, state Pension Funds that are in trouble. Theres
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
Procedural vote will take place this morning on the nominee. The confirmation vote later this afternoon. And the negotiations are continuing on a coronavirus aid package. Live coverage now here on cspan2. The president pro tempore the senate will come to order. The chaplain, dr. Black, will open the senate with prayer. The chaplain let us pray. O god our shield, we rejoice in the gift of your salvation. Look with favor upon our senators today, delivering them from fear and guiding them around the obstacles that hinder their progress. Lord, unite them for the common good of this great land. Lord, manifest your purposes to them, making clear your plans and guiding them with your love. Give them the wisdom to have confidence in your power, as you inspire them to use their talents as instruments of liberation and healing. Almighty god, have compassion upon our nation and world. We pray in your holy name. Amen. The president pro tempore please join me in the pledge of allegiance. I pledge a
The president pro tempore the senate will come to order. The chaplain, dr. Barry black, will open the senate with prayer. The chaplain let us pray. Mighty god, you are the strength of our lives, our safe fortress and shelter from lifes storms. During this season of a raging tempest, speak your peace to our senators. Remind them that you continue to rule your universe through the unfolding of your prevailing providence and that your truth continues to march on in our nation and world. Lord, prosper the works of the hands of our legislators, as they strive to glorify you with their thoughts, words, and actions. May faith replace fear, truth defeat falsehood, justice triumph over greed, and love prevail over hate. We pray in your great name. Amen. The president pro tempore please join me in reciting the pledge of allegiance. 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