Beginning A New Era in American History
Floor Speech
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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, it is a new era in American history.
I congratulate President Donald Trump and Senator, now-Vice President J.D. Vance on their inauguration. This is the beginning of a golden age where we will secure our borders, lower prices, unleash American energy, and drain the D.C. swamp.
Under President Trump's leadership, we will restore safety by securing our borders and putting American citizens first--no more open borders or out-of-control illegal immigration. We will cut the costs that are crushing families across this Nation and especially in Iowa. By unleashing American energy, we will lower gas prices and, subsequently, food prices and reduce our dependency on foreign energy.
Let's be clear. We are here to drain the D.C. swamp. It is time to root out waste, inefficiency, and corruption that has held this Nation back for too long.
I pray for their success and that God blesses their leadership and guides their efforts to make America stronger, safer, and more prosperous for everyone than ever before.
I also wish President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump a wonderful and happy 20th anniversary. Celebrating Clara Petersen
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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate a remarkable woman from West Branch, Iowa, Clara Petersen, who recently turned 100 years old.
While this milestone is extraordinary on its own, Clara's life and legacy are made even more remarkable by her service to our country during World War II. She proudly served in the Coast Guard, and the Iowa City VA Healthcare System honored her with a plaque to recognize her incredible dedication.
Clara's humble spirit and sense of humor shine through as she fondly recalls her time in service, joking that she joined in 1945 to help get that darn war over with.
As she, herself, will tell you, her greatest achievements are not in her service but in the joys of family, getting married, raising children, and cherishing a family she calls the greatest in the world.
Clara's century of life is a testament to the strength and heart of our Nation. We are grateful for her service and her example. Supporting the Most Vulnerable
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Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to reaffirm my unwavering commitment to protecting life and supporting both mothers and babies. Every life is precious, and it is our responsibility to defend the most vulnerable among us.
As a mother, a doctor, and a Member of Congress, I have always been dedicated to ensuring that children have the opportunity to grow, thrive, and fulfill their potential.
I am proud to share that I earned an A+ on the Susan B. Anthony Pro- Life America National Pro-Life Scorecard for the 118th Congress. This score reflects my consistent pro-life voting record, cosponsorship, and efforts to protect the sanctity of life.
This week, people from all around the country are coming to Washington, D.C., to celebrate life and advocate for those who cannot speak for themselves.
In addition to defending life, we must ensure that mothers have the support and resources they need to make the best choices for themselves and their children.
Mr. Speaker, today I wish a happy 15th birthday to my best buddy and nephew, Andrew Martino. I hope he has a wonderful day.
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