[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 133 (Friday, August 4, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E757]
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                          PERSONAL EXPLANATION

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                          HON. DAVID J. TRONE

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 4, 2023

  Mr. TRONE. Mr. Speaker, on June 22, 2023, I was unavoidably detained. 
Had I been present, I would have voted ``NAY'' on rollcall No. 285.
  I strongly oppose H. Res. 529, a resolution to refer H. Res. 503 from 
the House floor to the Committee on Homeland Security and the Committee 
on the Judiciary. That resolution impeaches President Joe Biden for 
high crimes and misdemeanors relating to actions taken that involve 
immigration and the southern border. President Biden continues to lead 
with integrity and has done more than any other President to combat 
substance use disorder and address the mental health crisis. In the 
absence of Congressional action, I have been heartened to work with the 
Biden Administration to make significant and meaningful reforms to 
address the immigration challenges facing our Nation. Rather than 
consider legislation that is purely politically driven, it is my hope 
that we get back to the serious work of legislating on the real issues 
our country faces. for the People.
  I also would have voted ``NAY'' on rollcall No. 286. I strongly 
oppose H. Res. 461. condemning the use of elementary and secondary 
school facilities to provide shelter for aliens who are not admitted to 
the United States. Migrants deserve to be treated with dignity and 
respect, and I commend anyone who follows the Golden Rule and finds 
shelter for those most in need.

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