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May 11, 2011
LEE: Merger Should be Guided by What is Best for Consumers
Today, Senator Mike Lee said the proposed merger between AT&T and T-Mobile to create the largest wireless carrier in the country should be reviewed carefully to ensure the best outcome for consumers. Lee, the Ranking Member on the Judiciary Committee’s Antitrust Subcommittee, said that he favors market approaches to developing mobile networks, but that care should be taken to ensure the merger preserves robust competition nationally and from smaller regional carriers, promotes consumer choices, and encourages innovation.
May 11, 2011
The AT&T/T-Mobile Merger: Is Humpty Dumpty Being Put Back Together Again?

Ranking Member Statement: Given the large number of witnesses participating in this hearing as well as the complexity of the issues before us, I will keep my opening remarks brief […]
May 10, 2011
Lee Backs Balanced Budget Proposal

WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Mike Lee spoke in support of a budget proposal that will balance the federal budget over 10 years, save Medicare, enact real tax reform, and put […]
May 10, 2011
Oppose the Debt Limit Until We Pass the Hatch-Lee BBA
As the debate over the nation’s debt ceiling heats up, many are wondering not only whether Congress will support an increase, but also what measures will the opponents of an increase demand in return for lifting the limit. I stand firmly behind a proposal that, in return for allowing a vote on the debt ceiling, will begin to fundamentally change the way Washington spends money.
May 2, 2011
Justice Prevails: Osama bin Laden Killed by American Special Forces
Today, we can turn the page in a very important chapter of the country’s history. The news of the death of Osama bin Laden, the mass murderer at the head of the world’s most infamous terrorist organization, brings relief to the United States and her allies in the war on terror. The brave men and women of our armed forces who successfully achieved their mission have sent a strong message to al-Qaeda, its affiliates, and the many others who carry out such cowardly attacks, that justice, no matter how long and difficult the pursuit, will prevail.
April 29, 2011
Photo Contest for Senator Lee’s Website
I would like to invite everyone to submit their pictures of our beautiful state to my website photo contest. We will display the winners on the featured header area of our permanent website.
April 15, 2011
Weekly Update 4/11/2011 – 4/15/2011
In this week’s update I discuss the President’s deficit speech, the budget vote, social security reform, and more.
April 13, 2011
Lee Statement on President’s Deficit Reduction Speech

WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Mike Lee responded to the President’s speech on deficit reduction: “While it is encouraging the President has finally decided to participate in the deficit debate, it […]
April 11, 2011
The King’s (Upcoming) Speech
Over the weekend, the Administration announced the President would be giving a speech on deficit reduction on Wednesday. While I would like to believe the President is sincere in taking concrete steps toward spending reforms and reducing our deficit, I remain highly skeptical that he is willing to make the tough decisions.
April 8, 2011
Lee Expresses Comments on DoJ Decision Regarding Google-ITA

Washington, DC – Today, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), Ranking Member of the Antitrust Subcommittee of the Senate Committee on the Judiciary, commented on the Department of Justice’s decision to impose […]