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Sens. Paul, Cruz, McConnell, Graham Blast Senate Democrats’ Political Meddling in Oil and Gas Mergers

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 28, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of Senate Republicans, including Senators Rand Paul, Ted Cruz, Mitch McConnell, and Lindsey Graham, have criticized Senate Democrats for their interference in oil and gas mergers, accusing them of political meddling. The Republican senators, along with 34 others, have raised concerns about the Democrats' actions regarding the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) review of oil and gas industry mergers.In a letter addressed to FTC Chairwoman Lina Khan, the GOP senators emphasized the importance of conducting a fair and unbiased review based on facts...

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Sens. Paul, Cruz, McConnell, Graham Denounce Senate Democrats' Interference in Oil and Gas Mergers

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 28, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul, along with Senators Ted Cruz, Mitch McConnell, Lindsey Graham, and 34 other Senate Republicans, have strongly criticized Senate Democrats for their alleged political meddling in oil and gas mergers. The Republican senators accuse their Democratic counterparts of attempting to impose anti-energy bias and subverting merger review authority for political gain.In a letter addressed to FTC Chairwoman Lina Khan, the GOP senators emphasized the importance of conducting a fair and unbiased review of recent oil and gas mergers. They expressed concerns over...

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Dr. Rand Paul’s 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Senator Rand Paul recently initiated the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, aiming to draw attention to fiscal irresponsibility and advocate for transparency and accountability in congressional spending. The unique bracket-style competition highlighted extravagant expenditures from different sectors, emphasizing the importance of budget balance.The tournament, as described by Dr. Rand Paul, is a platform to showcase wasteful spending and serve as a reminder of the critical need for fiscal prudence in national budgeting. The initiative not only sheds light on...

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Guthrie’s Votes in Favor of Republicans’ American Energy Independence Agenda

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Congressman Brett Guthrie of Kentucky expressed his support for the House Republicans Energy Week Agenda, emphasizing the importance of American energy independence. Guthrie stated, "This week I was honored to stand with my House Republican colleagues in support of American energy independence and lowering energy costs for everyday Americans."Among the bills highlighted in the Energy Week Agenda, Guthrie specifically mentioned H.R. 1023 - Cutting Green Corruption and Taxes Act by Rep. Gary Palmer, H. Res. 987 - Denouncing the harmful, anti-American energy policies of the...

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Dr. Rand Paul's 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament Highlights Fiscal Irresponsibility

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Senator Rand Paul recently initiated the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, aiming to shed light on fiscal irresponsibility, promote transparency, and emphasize accountability in congressional spending. The bracket-style competition unveiled some of the most extravagant expenditures from different sectors, serving as stark reminders of the urgent need to balance the nation's budget.The tournament, as described by Senator Rand Paul, is a platform to showcase wasteful spending and bring attention to the importance of fiscal discipline. The event underscores the critical...

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Dr. Rand Paul’s 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament Highlights Wasteful Spending

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Dr. Rand Paul’s 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament Highlights Wasteful SpendingSenator Rand Paul recently initiated the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, aiming to bring attention to fiscal irresponsibility in congressional spending. The tournament, designed to promote transparency and accountability, featured a bracket-style competition that showcased some of the most wasteful expenditures across various sectors.The initiative was described as an effort to emphasize the importance of balancing the country's budget and to shed light on questionable spending...

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Dr. Rand Paul Calls Out Uniparty Spending Problem, Files Motion to Refer with Instructions to Cut 5 Percent from Spending Bill

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) criticized a $1.2 trillion spending bill, addressing big spenders in both parties in Washington. The bill, with over 1,400 earmarks, was released early Thursday. Dr. Paul introduced a Motion to Refer With Instructions to cut 5 percent from the bill, exempting amounts for the Department of Defense and U.S. border security.

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Senator Rand Paul proposes 5% cut in $1.2 trillion spending bill

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

On March 22, 2024, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor to express his concerns about a $1.2 trillion spending bill that is expected to pass today. The bill, which spans over 1,000 pages and includes more than 1,400 earmarks, was released at 2:32 am early Thursday. In response to what he sees as an excessive spending problem by both parties in Washington, Dr. Paul has introduced a Motion to Refer With Instructions to the spending bill that instructs the Senate Committee on Appropriations to cut 5 percent from the bill. This reduction would not apply to...

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Dr. Rand Paul's 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament Promotes Fiscal Responsibility

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Dr. Rand Paul recently initiated the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament with the aim to highlight fiscal irresponsibility and advocate for transparency and accountability in congressional spending. The tournament, structured in a bracket-style competition, unveiled some of the most extravagant expenditures across different sectors, serving as stark reminders of the crucial need to balance the country's budget.The event emphasized the significance of prudent financial management and the elimination of unnecessary expenses. As Dr. Rand Paul stated, "This bracket-style...

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Dr. Rand Paul Calls Out Uniparty Spending Problem, Files Motion to Refer with Instructions to Cut 5 Percent from Spending Bill

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has raised concerns about the excessive spending habits of both parties in Washington, particularly in relation to a $1.2 trillion spending bill set to pass. Dr. Paul's motion aims to address this issue by proposing a 5 percent cut from the bill, exempting funds for defense and border security.During his Senate floor speech, Dr. Paul highlighted the alarming rate at which the national debt is increasing, stating, "We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days." He emphasized that the...

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Dr. Rand Paul Challenges Bipartisan Spending with Motion to Cut 5 Percent from Bill

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has taken a stand against the excessive spending habits of both parties in Washington by filing a motion to refer with instructions to cut 5 percent from a $1.2 trillion spending bill set to pass. In his remarks on the Senate floor, Dr. Paul highlighted the alarming rate at which the national debt is increasing, emphasizing the need for fiscal responsibility.Dr. Paul expressed concern over the rapid accumulation of debt, stating, "We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days." He warned that...

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Dr. Rand Paul's 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament promotes fiscal responsibility

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Dr. Rand Paul launched the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament to highlight fiscal irresponsibility, promote transparency, and ensure accountability in congressional spending. The bracket-style competition featured wasteful expenditures across sectors, emphasizing the need for a balanced budget.

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Senator Rand Paul Advocates for Spending Cuts in Senate Floor Speech

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky made a strong statement on the Senate floor today, criticizing both parties for their excessive spending habits. In response to a $1.2 trillion spending bill on the table, Senator Paul filed a Motion to Refer With Instructions to cut 5 percent from the bill, exempting funds for defense and border security.During his speech, Senator Paul highlighted the alarming rate at which the national debt is increasing, stating, “We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days.” He emphasized the...

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Dr. Rand Paul Proposes Cutting 5 Percent from Spending Bill to Address National Debt Crisis

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 22, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has taken a stand against excessive spending in Washington by calling for a 5 percent reduction in the $1.2 trillion spending bill currently under consideration. Dr. Paul highlighted the urgency of the situation, stating, “We are spending at such a rate that we add an average of a trillion dollars to the debt every 90 days.”During his remarks on the Senate floor, Dr. Paul emphasized the need to address the nation's growing debt crisis, attributing it to the unchecked spending habits of Congress. He warned, “Our nation’s greatest threat comes...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has unveiled the lineup for the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill under consideration by Congress. The tournament, dubbed the "Shameful 16," highlights extravagant uses of taxpayers' money for individual Senators' pet projects.Among the earmarks are allocations such as "$2M to the University of Maine for the construction of a kelp and shellfish nursery" and "$1.7M for wind energy workforce education and training in New York." These earmarks have come...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill currently under consideration in Congress. These earmarks, dubbed the "Shameful 16," represent individual Senators' pet projects funded by taxpayers' dollars.Among the controversial earmarks are allocations such as "$2M to the University of Maine for the construction of a kelp and shellfish nursery" and "$1M granted to SAGE, an elderly LGBTQ+ advocacy group in New York for 'cultural competency' training for medical staff."The...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 controversial earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill under consideration by Congress. Referred to as the "Shameful 16," these earmarks allocate taxpayers' money to various projects, sparking debate and scrutiny.Among the highlighted earmarks are allocations such as $2 million for a kelp and shellfish nursery at the University of Maine, $388,000 to Columbia University in New York, and $1.5 million for Game On New York to boost the gaming industry. Senator Paul's tournament...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, featuring 16 earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill currently under consideration in Congress. In a statement released today, Dr. Paul highlighted the "Shameful 16," which represent some of the most questionable allocations in the proposed legislation.Among the earmarks included in the tournament are allocations such as $2 million to the University of Maine for a kelp and shellfish nursery, $1.5 million for economic development training for lobstering in Maine, and $1 million for the...

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Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has unveiled the 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament, which highlights 16 controversial earmarks from the $1.2 trillion spending bill under consideration by Congress. Senator Paul referred to these earmarks as the "Shameful 16," criticizing the use of taxpayer funds for individual Senators' pet projects.Among the earmarks included in the tournament are allocations such as $2 million to the University of Maine for a kelp and shellfish nursery, $1.5 million for Game On New York to expand the gaming industry, and $250,000 for the Byrd Center...

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Dr. Rand Paul announces 2024 March Earmark Madness Tournament

By Bowling Green Today | Mar 21, 2024

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