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Scalise Cosponsors Resolution to Back ICE

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) cosponsored Congressman Clay Higgins' (R-La.) resolution, H.Res. 990, "Supporting the officers and personnel who carry out the important mission of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement" following attacks from Democrats and the left against these law enforcement officers who work every day to ensure our national security,…

Sustaining Fisheries to Protect 'Sportsman's Paradise'

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after House passage of H.R. 200, Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. "Louisiana has incredible natural resources, which is why our state is known throughout the world as ‘Sportsman’s Paradise.’ To ensure that future generations can enjoy the…

Scalise: Families are Better Off Now

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At the House Republican Leadership stakeout today, Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) highlighted how Republican majorities in Congress, working with President Trump, have helped all Americans succeed. American families are Better Off Now thanks to Republican pro-growth policies that have led to record low levels of unemployment, increased wages, and more opportunity for everyone to…

Scalise Urges Senate Confirmation of Kavanaugh

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement praising President Trump's selection of Judge Brett Kavanaugh for the Supreme Court vacancy, and urged the Senate to swiftly confirm him. “President Trump has held firm to his campaign pledge of nominating Supreme Court Justices who will uphold the Constitution and laws of this country. President Trump's…

Raise a Glass ?

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More than six months after the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act became law, craft beverage producers have lots to be 'hoppy' about. With lower taxes, breweries, distilleries, and wineries across America are now able to grow production, invest in new equipment, and increase hiring, joining a list of more than 500 companies expanding and offering bonuses thanks to tax reform. With the Tax Cuts and…

Scalise Applauds $1.6B in Flood Protection, Coastal Restoration Funds

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  House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after more than $1.6 billion was allocated by the Trump Administration for critical flood protection and coastal restoration projects in Southeast Louisiana. “These hurricane protection and coastal restoration funds are critical for the protection of families and businesses…

Rebuilding the Military to Maximum Strength

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after the House advanced H.R. 6157, Department of Defense Appropriation Act, 2019: "House Republicans are working with President Trump to rebuild our military to maximum strength. Today, the House took real action to give our troops a well-deserved raise—the largest in nearly 10 years—and we are…

Scalise Cosponsors Resolution to Demand Mueller Documents

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement regarding his decision to cosponsor a resolution insisting that the Department of Justice fully comply with the requests, including subpoenas, of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the subpoena issued by the Committee on the Judiciary relating to potential violations of the Foreign Intelligence…

Scalise Talks Immigration, Harassment Threats from the Left

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House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News Channel's Fox & Friends to discuss House Republicans' efforts on immigration reform legislation that would build the wall, secure the border, close loopholes like the the visa lottery system, and solve DACA. Following Scalise's appearance, President Trumptweeted support for the bill, encouraging all Republicans to vote for the…

Scalise Talks Defense Priorities, Dangers of Calls for Harassment

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At the House Leadership stakeout today, Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) highlighted the efforts House Republicans are making to restore the military to ensure the security of our country, but most importantly for the safety of our men and women in uniform. He also discussed the future of immigration legislation in the House and the dangers of elected officials resorting to calls for…