NE Wyoming News

Washington, DC - Congresswoman Harriet Hageman made her stance clear as she voted against the latest continuing resolution to extend government funding. The resolution, which pushes the funding deadline to March 1st and March 8th, maintains the same levels as the previous fiscal year, which was the largest spending bill ever passed by Congress.

In explaining her decision, Rep. Hageman emphasized the pressing issue of illegal immigration and the need for stronger border security. She highlighted her personal experiences at the border, stating, "Each day that passes brings thousands more illegals that have been trafficked across Joe Biden's open southern border. I have been to the border at both Eagle Pass and Yuma, where local sheriffs have been imploring us to do everything possible to stop the surge of illegals - even if it means shutting down the government to force border security."

Rep. Hageman further expressed her concerns about the current state of the federal government's finances. With the nation's debt surpassing 34 trillion dollars and over 8.5 million people having illegally crossed the southern border, she argued that both issues are unsustainable and pose a threat to the safety, security, and future of the country.

Highlighting the House of Representatives' efforts, Rep. Hageman mentioned the passage of H.R. 2, a comprehensive border security and immigration bill. She saw this as an opportunity to push the Schumer-led Senate and President Joe Biden to take action on an issue that resonates with the majority of Americans. She concluded, "We can either close the border, or we should close the government until we do."

Rep. Hageman's vote against the continuing resolution reflects her strong belief that the current status quo is unacceptable. She stands firm in her commitment to address the challenges posed by illegal immigration and the mounting national debt. However, her decision also underscores the ongoing struggle within Congress to reach a consensus on government funding, with differing opinions on how best to address these pressing concerns.