Steny Hoyer Ordered to Vacate Private Office by Interim House Speaker
“Today is a sad day for the House of Representatives.”
“Today is a sad day for the House of Representatives.”
He said that he would not “prejudge” what actions they might take.
“It was treason based upon a lie.”
“We’re going to send that over to the Senate.”
“We grieved on Jan. 6 of this year.”
Congressional negotiators have been trying for months to reach agreement on a new coronavirus aid bill, after Congress approved $3 trillion in relief earlier this year.
“I’ve indicated to the administration very early on.”
It “is astounding,” Hoyer says.
“I had a briefing this morning and I know that the evidence is not corroborated.”
“The two-thirds of the Republican party that voted for this bill in March have indicated they are going to vote against it now.”
The legislation will include a range of provisions including aid to state and local governments.
“I think there is consensus in the Democratic Party, that’s needed.”
“It can live up to the nation’s promise and ideals.”
“By the end of the week, maybe before the end of the week.”