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Press ReleaseNeutral2013-01-23

Williams’ statement on the House debt ceiling vote

Roger Williams
Roger Williams
RTX-25 · Representative
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Veterans

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This press release from Representative Roger Williams (R-TX) was published on 2013-01-23 and titled "Williams’ statement on the House debt ceiling vote". It focuses on veterans affairs.

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Williams’ statement on the House debt ceiling vote Williams’ statement on the House debt ceiling vote hgraves Wed, 01/23/2013 - 14:07 Today, U.S. Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX) released the following statement after voting against a House-passed bill to suspend the debt ceiling through May 19 th . "Ever since this President took office, our nation’s debt has skyrocketed. In fact, his reckless spending spree has necessitated a $5 trillion increase in the debt limit in the last four years. This has got to stop. The government should approach its fiscal problems the same way as American families and small businesses – by making the tough choices now and reducing expenses. Let’s address the real problem harming our economy: spending.” # # # Issues : Veterans Congress Number 113th Congress January 23, 2013 Press Release October 13, 2022 
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