“Americans voted to get the country back on track. Senate Republicans are getting it done.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Senate Majority Whip, today spoke on the Senate Floor about the Republican plan for American safety and prosperity.

Click HERE to watch Senator Barrasso’s remarks.

Sen. Barrasso’s remarks as prepared:

“Yesterday, I heard the Minority Leader misrepresent the Republican agenda. With respect, my colleague is wrong.

“Let me set the record straight. The Republican agenda is popular. The latest Rasmussen poll was clear. A majority of Americans believe our country is finally heading in the right direction. It is the highest that Americans have graded the direction of the country in 20 years. Why? Because Americans are done with the painful Democrat years of high prices and open borders. They are witnessing firsthand the Trump Turnaround. They are happy Republicans are delivering for them after what they’ve been through the last four years.

“Look at gas prices. Gas prices were 50 cents cheaper per gallon this Memorial Day than they were a year ago. Families now save $10 every time they fill up. They’ll feel the relief all summer.

“Senate Republicans are adding to this success. We are working on a bold plan to make America stronger, safer, and more affordable. Let me outline what it does and why it’s urgent.

“Our mission is to stop a $4 trillion tax increase. It would be the largest tax increase in American history. Every one of the Democrats supports this all-out assault on Americans wallets. We are going to make the Republican Tax Cuts Permanent. Ignore Democrats’ scare tactics. This is a lifeline for middle-class families and small businesses. This is about keeping more of what you earn.

“We’re also going to end taxes on tips.10,000 workers in Wyoming will benefit. Hardworking waiters, bartenders, and tour guides all win. Police officers and firefighters will owe no taxes on overtime. Seniors will keep more of their Social Security. Small business owners will keep more of their earnings – and we will relieve their paperwork burden.

“Republicans will also strengthen and preserve Medicaid for Americans who need it. That means 1.4 million illegal immigrants will stop receiving taxpayer-funded Medicaid benefits. Those benefits don’t belong to them. Democrats want to keep the benefits flowing to illegal immigrants. It makes it harder for American medical patients to get to see a doctor.

“To bring prices down, we will also unleash American energy. Affordable, reliable American energy will lower costs. It will power AI breakthroughs. It will fuel advanced made-in-America manufacturing. To win the AI race against China, we need more energy, not less. Republican policies will make America energy dominate again. Republican policies will invite the world to build and invest in America. No more outsourcing our energy, our innovation, or our destiny.

“On border security, Republicans are resolute. We will finish the Wall, deport criminal illegal immigrants, and stop the flood of illegal fentanyl into our country. Border Patrol agents get the tools, the backup, and the pay they need and deserve. These strong measures will secure our border.

“Sunday’s terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, is a sad reminder of the stakes. This terrorist was in our country illegally. He was here because of the open border policies of Joe Biden and every Senate Democrat in this body. He overstayed his visa. Joe Biden never kicked him out. Democrats even gave him a work permit. Investigators now know he planned his hateful, anti-Semitic attack for over a year. He targeted Jews. He screamed, ‘Free Palestine.’ Twelve people were injured. Eight were hospitalized. Among the victims was an 88-year-old Holocaust survivor. This is the human cost of dangerous Democrat policies. Republicans will make our cities sanctuaries of safety, not sanctuary cities, not dens of crime and chaos.

“Republicans are also rebuilding our military might. Our bold legislation will make our military the strongest fighting force in the world. Our military will be lethal, intimidating, and ready to fight. We’re also investing in a Golden Dome for America. This revolutionary missile shield is vital for our national security. It will stop a deadly threat from adversaries who want to threaten our country. That is deterrence. That is restoring peace through strength.

“This is the bold Republican agenda we are fighting for: Cutting taxes on tips, on overtime, and on Social Security. Stopping the largest tax increase in history. Strengthening and preserving Medicaid. Ending taxpayer-funded benefits for illegal immigrants. Securing our borders. Creating safer communities Providing for a strong national defense. Making America energy dominant.

“Democrats oppose all of these improvements to our country. Why are Democrats for open borders? Why are Democrats for $4 trillion in higher taxes? Why are Democrats for taxpayer-funded healthcare for 1.4 million illegal immigrants? I’ll tell you why. Democrats are out of touch with the American people.

“Americans voted to get the country back on track. Senate Republicans are getting it done. We will build a future of safety and prosperity for all Americans.”

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