Tag: House of Representatives
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“The threat is growing, not diminishing.”
WASHINGTON, DC — Chairman Michael McCaul was joined by Reps. John Katko & Martha McSally for a Ripon Society discussion about the work of the Homeland Security Committee and the challenges facing America abroad.
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“This is going to make a difference for every American.”
WASHINGTON, DC — Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee Fred Upton (MI-6) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society yesterday morning, delivering a speech in which he not only talked about his panel’s 2014 accomplishments, but one of his top priorities in the coming year.
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“People elect us to make tough decisions.”
WASHINGTON, DC — House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (LA-1) spoke to a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society yesterday afternoon, delivering a speech in which he not only discussed the recent retreat for House and Senate Republicans in Hershey, but the possibility for greater bicameral cooperation and achievement this year.
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Chambliss & Rogers Say U.S. Must Take Fight to the Terrorists
WASHINGTON, DC – With America marking the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, The Ripon Society held a breakfast discussion yesterday morning looking at the continuing threat posed by terrorist groups and U.S. security in a volatile world. The discussion featured two of the leading experts on intelligence and national security issues on Capitol…
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Reps. Denham & Valadao Join Majority Leader-elect McCarthy in Push for Stronger Border Security
WASHINGTON, DC – When he officially takes over as House Majority Leader at the end of this month, Congressman Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) will become responsible for managing the agenda, schedule and operation of the lower chamber on Capitol Hill.
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“This is something that sends chills down regular Americans’ spines.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Ripon Society hosted a breakfast meeting yesterday morning with Ways & Means Subcommittee Chairman Pat Tiberi (OH-12) and four of the House Republican Majority’s newest Members, who discussed the growing scandal involving the IRS, what they are hearing about the matter from their constituents, and why it could spur action on…