Murdochs role in all of this chaos . Brandnew reporting about that coming up. But, first, it is a literal political storm in the south. This week showed that the problem of parallel news universes, the problem with alternative realities of information does not just apply to politics. It even applies to the weather. It even affects the way that natural and man made disasters are perceived. Texans were left in the dark and the aftermath is just starting. Thankfully, the power is mostly back on. The weather is warming up in texas this weekend. But the water crisis is massive. Disruptions in Water Systems are affecting 14 million texans right now. And dont forget about louisiana or oklahoma. Both of those states also hard hit as well. So lets Truth Sandwich what happened in the past week. Truth sandwich. Start with the truth. The Power Outages in texas were largely due to problems at coal and gas fired plants. Wind farms ran half of what was expected with some turbines frozen. Those are th
Day. We ask your blessing upon those throughout our country who are suffering so much more each day. Keep safe the firefighters out west. Keep safe those who are responding to the destruction of Hurricane Sally on the gulf coast. Listen to the cries of those who have lost so much as a result of these natural covid rs even as the pandemic weeks its havoc in our communities. Here in the capitol impel with your spirit the members of congress who, more than any others, have the opportunity to address our nations needs. Give them the wisdom and ourage to do so working as a united force for good in these times. Lord, have mercy. May all that is done this day be for your greater honor and glory. Men. The speaker thank you, father. Pursuant to section 4a of House Resolution 967, the journal of the last days proceedings is approved. The pledge of allegiance will be led by the gentlewoman from michigan, ms. Slotkin. Ms. Slotkin i pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america and
For our nation and world. Help them to realize that the power of your providence will enable them to navigate through every challenge and tragedy. Trusting in your might, may they embrace your promise to do more for them than they can ask or imagine. Lord, inspite of difficulties, disappointments, as despair, reassure them that you are still in control. Remind us all that in everything, you are working for the good of those who love you who are the called according to your purposes. We pray in your loving name. Amen. The president pro tempore please join me in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of america, and to the republic for which it stands, one e nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Mr. Grassley madam president . The presiding officer the senator from iowa is recognized. Mr. Grassley i ask permission to speak for one minute in morning business. The presiding officer without objection. Mr. Grassley