HONORING ST. LOUIS ALL-STARS

On 2026-04-27, Representative Wesley Bell (D-MO-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING ST. LOUIS ALL-STARS" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered defense, veterans affairs.

HONORING ST. LOUIS ALL-STARS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [House] [Page H3121] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ST. LOUIS ALL-STARS (Mr. BELL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. BELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor this week's St. Louis All-Stars, the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who have served or are currently serving our Nation around the world. While I still have very serious concerns about President Trump's decision to launch this unauthorized war, one thing remains clear: Our servicemembers have made extraordinary sacrifices in the name of duty to the United States. We must do everything in our power to honor their service, protect their rights, and ensure they receive the care they have earned when they return home. That includes restoring and strengthening Veterans' Affairs services, which have been cut by the Trump administration. To all the servicemembers deployed around the world, especially those from the St. Louis region, I thank them for their courage and their commitment. We are praying for their safe return. ____________________