ICYMI: Senator Loeffler Defends President Trump on Senate Floor

Democrats Block Loeffler Resolution Honoring U.S. Service Members, Veterans

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.) defended President Donald J. Trump on the Senate floor yesterday against political attacks and salacious media stories. Loeffler also introduced a resolution highlighting the President’s strong record of supporting U.S. service members and veterans and protecting the American people. The resolution also committed to honor, advocate for and express gratitude to these selfless Americans. The resolution was blocked by Senate Democrats.
 
To watch Loeffler’s remarks, click here or on the image below.
 
 

 
 
Remarks as prepared for delivery:
 
“Thank you, Senator Duckworth for your service. We share the goal of supporting our military and veterans.
 
“However, the Left’s latest outrage against President Trump is, as usual, baseless.
 
“Here’s the truth: The Atlantic article is just one in a long line of lies and political attacks against President Trump by unaccountable, fake news outlets and so-called anonymous sources.  
 
“Here’s another truth, one that won’t be covered by the fake news: No one has done more to support our men and women in uniform, including our veterans, and more to restore peace and prosperity for all Americans than President Donald Trump.
 
“Let me share the facts that some of my colleagues and the media refuse to acknowledge. This president has championed:
 
“A historic investment of $2.2 trillion into our military. 
 
“A 3% pay raise for our troops – the largest in a decade.
 
“Flew overseas to personally thank our troops on the ground in Iraq, Afghanistan, South Korea and Germany.
 
“Spent countless hours honoring our wounded warriors at Walter Reed Medical Center and honoring our fallen service members killed in action at Dover Air Force Base.
 
“Confirmed plans to withdraw troops from Iraq and Afghanistan – honoring the commitment to end “endless wars.”
 
“And finally, today, he was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for his leadership in facilitating the Israel-UAE peace deal – a historic step towards a safer world for all.
 
“I am proud to defend President Trump against this desperate political attack. And I proudly stand with him in support of our military and our veterans.
 
“This Atlantic hit piece is the antithesis of honest journalism.
 
“More than two dozen former and current administration officials have rebutted these false claims – on the record.
 
“In fact, the liberal activist author – who has a history of using sources that are shaky at best – admitted that his reliance on anonymous sources was ‘not good enough.’
 
“What’s ‘not good enough’ is the media’s treatment of this president and his clear track record in support of our military and their families.
 
“Last week I was at Fort Gordon and Fort Stewart in Georgia visiting active-duty members. I saw firsthand the opportunities our military leaders have to grow our safety and security on all fronts – from health care to cyber domain. There was a renewed sense of optimism that should bring all Americans comfort.
 
“That is a direct result of the work this President is doing every single day for our military men and women. They are fighting every single day to protect us, and he is fighting every single day to have their back.
 
“And I am proud to stand with the American people today.
 
“Here’s the truth: President Trump has delivered on his promises to rebuild our military, to respect our veterans and to keep our country safe, and we need to stop playing politics with our national security….
 
“Instead of passing a resolution meant to politicize our military, I am offering my own resolution to honor the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans, prisoners of war and Gold Star families. 
 
“My resolution also recognizes President Trump’s strong record of supporting our troops, taking care of our veterans and defending the American people from foreign threats.
 
“President Trump and I have and always will honor the service and sacrifice of our brave men and women in uniform.”