by From the Office of Candice Miller on February 6, 2010
For Immediate Release: February 5, 2010 Contact: Erin Sayago, 202-226-4709
WASHINGTON – U.S. Congresswoman Candice Miller (MI-10) today requested U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee on his decision to Mirandize Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, the Christmas Day terrorist. Congresswoman Miller, the only member from Michigan on the House Homeland Security Committee, sent a letter to Chairman Bennie Thompson (MS-02) and Ranking Member Peter King (NY-03) asking them to quickly schedule a hearing to hear testimony from A.G. Holder on the actions of the Justice Department following the incident onboard Northwest Flight 253 and the status and operations of the High-Value Detainee Interrogation Group (HIG).
“As the only member of the Homeland Security Committee from Michigan, this terrorist attack hit close to home,” said Miller. “Our nation was fortunate that this attack did not succeed, and I believe it is vitally important this committee uses its Congressional oversight to review the actions taken by the federal government once the terrorist was in custody. This is why this committee needs to hear directly from Attorney General Holder.” [Click to Read the Full Post…]
WASHINGTON – U.S. Congresswoman Candice Miller (MI-10) today made the following comments in response to the Democrat Majority passage of the Debt Limit Increase bill, a measure to increase the national deficit limit by $1.9 trillion or 15.3 percent debt increase for a statutory debt limit of $14.294 trillion.
For seven years Michigan families have waited for leadership and endured broken promises from Jennifer Granholm and Michigan Democrats. For seven years, we’ve watched as friends, families and neighbors have lost their jobs, their homes and have left the state.
After seven years in office, Gov. Jennifer Granholm has decided it’s time to “reform” government. But her reforms only cover one-third of the $1.6 billion deficit our state faces. These “reforms” do not completely address the structural deficit that continually challenges Michigan. These “reforms” are nothing but smoke and mirrors-she’s giving Michigan families what they want to hear without making the tough decisions.
Jennifer Granholm and her Democrat colleagues are once again looking for the easy way out-pushing Michigan’s deficit problem down the road the for the next person to address. [Click to Read the Full Post…]
PRESS RELEASE: From the Office of Pete Lund, State Representative
State Rep. Pete Lund today voted to end lifetime health care for future lawmakers, but said he was disappointed the legislation allows those already serving to keep the benefit.
Currently, lawmakers are eligible to receive lifetime health care benefits starting at age 55 after putting in as few as six years of service to the state. House Bill 4194, which was approved by the House on a nearly unanimous vote, eliminates this lavish perk but only for incoming elected officials. Current lawmakers are grandfathered in under the old system.
“This is definitely a step in the right direction, but I don’t think we should exempt current lawmakers. The state simply cannot afford this exceedingly generous perk,” said Lund, of Shelby Township. [Click to Read the Full Post…]
This past week the United States Supreme Court (“Supreme Court”) struck a blow in favor of the First Amendment’s protection of the right to free speech for everyone, including small businesses, when it issued its long-awaited opinion for Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission. Not surprisingly, liberals are condemning the Supreme Court’s decision with typical hysterical rants that only underscores their collective ignorance of the U.S. Constitution.
Unfortunately, President Obama, who should know better as a former constitutional law professor, is also condemning the decision, which means that President Obama supports limitations on the First Amendment’s protection of free speech. Regrettably, President Obama has forgotten that he swore an oath to “preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States.” [Click to Read the Full Post…]
By State Representatives Pete Lund and Kim Meltzer
There is only one thing worse than a corrupt politician — a corrupt politician who gets away with it.
As we’ve seen recently with the former Detroit mayor, Michigan elected officials who are charged with felony offenses can use their campaign funds for personal reasons and court costs.
Thank you Macomb County Republicans for your generous contribution to the Packing Party for our service men and women.
With your help we were able to raise $3200 and send 375 boxes to our dedicated soldiers who are working hard to protect our freedom and liberty. Close to 200 enthusiastic patriots volunteered to show their support by packing boxes.
Commissioner Kathy Vosburg said, “We can’t thank our troops enough for what they do. I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and compassion that the volunteers showed. A special thanks also goes to Jarvis Property Restoration for the use of their building, and TheDesertAngel.org for coordinating the event.”
Title: RNC Regional Women’s Summit Location: Columbus, Ohio Date: February 27, 2010 Start Time: 9 a.m. End Time: 5 p.m. Event Flyer: Click here
Description: The RNC and Ohio Republican Party are hosting a Regional Women’s Summit in Columbus, OH on Saturday, February 27, 2010. The summit will include participants from many midwestern states to celebrate and empower Republican women.
There is no charge to attend the summit and a block of rooms has been reserved for those traveling from out of town.
Title: 12th District Republicans Meeting Location: National Coney Island, 30140 Van Dyke, Warren, MI 48093 Date: February 11, 2010 Start Time: 7 p.m. End Time: 9 p.m. Map: Click here
For Immediate Release: February 5, 2010
