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Roskam, Ways and Means GOP Raise Questions on HHS Soliciting Donations
Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06) along with Ways and Means Republicans sent a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on her solicitation of outside groups to promote and support the Affordable Care Act. Congressman Roskam released this statement: (more…)
TSA: Congress Has No Jurisdiction Over Us
Is this another example of the federal government under the Obama administration exhibiting disrespect for Congress and the American people? A hearing scheduled for last Thursday by the Subcommittee on Aviation, which is a part of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (TIC), had an open invitation to agency head John Pistole to attend to discuss how best to improve our nation’s airport passenger security system through common sense solutions. Pistole refused the invitation claiming that the Congressional Committee has “no jurisdiction of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).” (more…)
Jan Schakowsky Pours Gas on the Fire
It is frustrating for me to watch those of a different political persuasion take a valid issue and twist it into an argument that encourages hostility against anyone opposing their own views. I don’t believe in this type of tactic and I hope you don’t either. I am Tim Wolfe and I am running to unseat Janice Schakowsky as Congresswoman for the 9th District. (more…)
Rep Walsh Receives Perfect Score from Americans for Prosperity
The AFP is an organization committed to smaller government and free enterprise. It puts Joe Walsh, a Tea Party favorite, in their top tier, recognizing him as a legislator who stands for conservative government and who has kept his campaign promises. ICE News enthusiastically supports Cong. Walsh in his bid for reelection.
IL. Cong. Randy Hultgren Speaks Out on Gov. Regulations
America’s job creators are buried under an avalanche of red tape, and regulatory burdens alone have a price tag of around $1.75 trillion annually. Compliance with these burdensome regulations leads to higher consumer costs, reduced wages, and even reduced hiring.
70 Avowed Socialists in U.S. Congress
Democratic Socialists of America lists members of the 111th session. Aren’t you tickled-pink there are sooooo many Democrats who are willing to follow a political idea that been repudiated by most of the world? One that Barack Obama seems to believe is “right” for America. And the Illinois comrades are?
Congressman Walsh Sends Letter to Illinois Leaders
Republican Joe Walsh, Chairman of the House Small Business Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax, and Capital Access chides Illinois Democrats for creating anti-business atmosphere.
Walsh To Holder: Resign!
Operation Fast and Furious was an inherently idiotic idea that has resulted in the death of a Border Patrol Agent, as well as the deaths of many Mexican nationals. And even after federal officials became aware of these deaths, there were three egregious criminal actions taken. First, federal officials tried to cover up evidence at a murder scene. Second, the federal agent who blew the whistle on Operation Fast and Furious was fired for doing so. Finally, Attorney General Eric Holder lied to Congress under oath about his knowledge of Fast and Furious. (Above comments by ICE News editorial staff).
Hultgren Talks about BBA
A balanced budget amendment (BBA) to our Constitution is a permanent solution to our nation’s fiscal crisis to legally force future Congresses and Presidents to stop spending money they don’t have. Earlier this week I sat down to share my thoughts about a BBA and why it’s so important for the future of our country, says Illinois Republican Cong. Randy Hultgren (14th).
The Democrats are Close to Creating a National Gun Registry
Since taking office two years ago, Obama has consistently bypassed Congress and has given the federal government control of almost every aspect of our lives. Now he’s coming for your second amendment rights.
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