Maria good morning to you. Thanks for joining us. I Maria Bartiromo ended thursday, september 20th. 6 00 a. M. On the east coast. Tax reform taken a major step forward to begin debate on legislation expected to come as early as tonight. Reports are suggesting that some republicans are considering cutting the rate to 22 instead of the planned 20 . President trump spoke about the importance of getting this done today. We cannot sit idle if i can watch ourselves losing a competition to other countries as they continue to take away our jobs because their tax codes are more competitive and less burdensome than ours. In order to achieve this bright and glowing future, the Senate Must Pass those taxes. Maria the deal could help propel them already for shane economy which is full of potential for the first time in a decade. Gdp growth in the First Quarter sitting at threepoint 3 . We gave you this number is yesterday in the relic can use its momentum industrial of 90point on top of another hug
The challenge further signaling protecting the right to vote will no longer be a priority of Justice Department, and its all based on a lie. And not a lie President Trump came up with. Rightwing conservatives have been raising a false alarm about socalled voter fraud for years, despite the fact that no credible evidence has ever been produced demonstrating that it is a real problem. Take the Trump Administrations attack on lgbt rights. These are lies, the lie that families led by a gay or lesbian couple dont provide a safe environment for children. The lie that allowing transgender people to use the appropriate bathroom opens the door to Sexual Assault. President trump didnt invent these lies, but he and his administration proudly repeat them. Take the attacks on science, especially climate science. We now have enough evidence to conclude that Climate Change is real and its manmade and it is a threat to our nations security and a threat to the planet. Defense secretary mattis knows thi
Major funding for the pbs newshour has been provided by moving our economy for 160 years. Bnsf, the engine that connects us. And the william and flora hewlett foundation, helping people build immeasurably better lives. And with the ongoing support of these institutions and individuals. This program was made possible by the corporation for public broadcasting. And by contributions to your pbs station from viewers like you. Thank you. Woodruff congress moved this evening to pass a temporary spending bill that will keep the federal government running through january 19. The house passed a republican measure, and the senate moved to follow suit. It includes shortterm Health Care Funding for veterans and lowincome children. But republicans and democrats still argued over the outcome. Without action on this bill, existing government funding will expire tomorrow and the government will shut down. This legislation provides a simple clean extension of current funding levels through january of 2
Major funding for the pbs newshour has been provided by moving our economy for 160 years. Bnsf, the engine that connects us. And the william and flora hewlett foundation, helping people build immeasurably better lives. And with the ongoing support of these institutions and individuals. This program was made possible by the corporation for public broadcasting. And by contributions to your pbs station from viewers like you. Thank you. Woodruff congress moved this evening to pass a temporary spending bill that will keep the federal government running through january 19. The house passed a republican measure, and the senate moved to follow suit. It includes shortterm Health Care Funding for veterans and lowincome children. But republicans and democrats still argued over the outcome. Without action on this bill, existing government funding will expire tomorrow and the government will shut down. This legislation provides a simple clean extension of current funding levels through january of 2
A dedicated, hardworking staff in washington and minnesota, and i have no doubt that they will go on to do great things and to serve our nation well. Mr. President , im also very lucky to have a wonderful family that has stood with me through the tough time and good times as senators. As senators we have packed schedules, there are late nights, and difficult votes and time when we need to understand our im grateful to my wife, children, and their spouses to have stood by me to help me do my work effectively. Finally, mr. President , as i leave the senate, i take great comfort knowing that my successor tina smith has a wellearned reputation for being a smart, hardworking hardworking colleague and i know she will serve our constituents very well. When most people think about publics, they think about arguments, the arguments they have around the dinner table, the arguments they have online, and most of all the argument thats we have here in washington. Thats a big part of the reason why