Tsongas statement on President Trump’s budget proposal
"The President's approach to budgeting prioritizes defense spending at the expense of other national priorities, like education, infrastructure, conservation, economic development, scientific research, diplomatic engagement and more. It has been my solemn responsibility as a senior member of the
"The President's irresponsible approach to budgeting will make severe cuts to some of our nation's most critical programs and agencies, negatively impacting the progress we've seen over the past eight years in critical areas like job training, foreign policy, housing, education, addressing climate change and more. By jeopardizing the stability of the federal workforce, this budget also puts at risk the services utilized by American families every day.
"One of the most disturbing cuts is to the
"Also, this budget proposes to slash funding for the
"He also has used his budget plan to continue targeting refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants because of what they believe or where they come from. We need comprehensive immigration reform, not the
"I am also deeply opposed to the Republican plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, which the President has embraced in his budget. We know that the Republican alternative would result in 24 million Americans losing their health care, premiums for seniors to skyrocket, deep cuts to
"The President's budget would be a heavy burden for hardworking American families and puts the future of our country at risk in myriad ways. I would oppose it should it make its way to the House Floor."
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