Morning Wire Government Funding & Border Security with Congressman Chip Roy | Saturday Extra
Sep 23, 2023
Texas Congressman Chip Roy, a staunch advocate for conservative policies, discusses urgent solutions to avert a government shutdown. He highlights the need for effective border security measures while advocating for substantial spending cuts. Roy examines GOP factions' conflicts regarding funding and immigration legislation, emphasizing the Secure the Border Act's implications. Additionally, he navigates the complexities of government appropriations, including military support and the U.S. stance on aid to Ukraine, all crucial topics in current political discourse.
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Congress's Duty
- Congress has a duty to use its power of the purse to check the executive branch.
- This power is essential to extract change and address issues like border security.
Border Crisis Anecdotes
- Rep. Roy describes witnessing 2,000 people crossing the border at Eagle Pass.
- He also mentions migrants in train cars, the Darien Gap, fentanyl deaths, and sex trafficking.
Border Security Proposal
- Rep. Roy urges a strong stance on border security, advocating for a wall and constraining federal spending.
- He proposes a 30-day funding plan that cuts the federal bureaucracy's budget by 8%.