Failing to Lead on Libya: Response to President Obama's Speech
Mar 28, 2011
As I listened carefully to the President defend his decision to send our men and women into harm’s way in Libya, I came away disappointed that he has still failed to specifically outline America’s national security interest in the conflict, or the strategic military objectives he plans to achieve by our continued involvement.
Lee Condemns Cowardly Act in Jerusalem
Mar 24, 2011
WASHINGTON—Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) issued the following statement today on the bombing in Jerusalem:
“The senseless murder of an innocent woman and the harm done to more than twenty bystanders is reprehensible andshould be condemned as a cowardly act. It is a reminder that our allies remain targets and, as much as our attention has been directed at domestic affairs, we should stay vigilant in the war against terrorism. The thoughts and prayers of millions of Americans are with the families of those struggling to survive this attack, and our support is firmly behind Israel as they root out those responsible and bring them to justice.”
Senator Lee Questions Obama's War in Libya with Judge Napolitano
Mar 23, 2011
President Obama's actions in LIbya betray his words. He has an obligation to explain why he left Congress and the American people out of his decision to go to war.
Libya War and Budget Discussed with Neil Cavuto
Mar 23, 2011
Senator Mike Lee Discusses the war in Libya and the impact it will have on budget discussions in Congress with Neil Cavuto
Senator Lee Discusses Progress with Balanced Budget Amendment on Freedom Watch
Mar 18, 2011
Senator Lee discusses the progress Republican senators are making with the Balanced Budget Amendment. He also discusses Senator Rand Paul's plan to balance the budget in 5 years with Judge Napolitano.
Senator Lee Discusses Rising Stakes in Budget Fight with Lou Dobbs
Mar 17, 2011
We need to make it possible but difficult and unusual for Congress to engage in deficit spending.
Lee, McCain Submit Bill to Reduce Ownership of Federal Lands
Mar 17, 2011
WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Mike Lee of Utah and Senator John McCain of Arizona introduced legislation to reduce federal ownership of certain public lands and allow the land to be sold for more productive purposes. The bill directs the Secretary of Interior to dispose of federal lands identified in a 1997 Clinton Administration report deemed suitable for sale. Under this legislation, the amount of land sold would be equal to roughly 1% of all land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, and less than one half of one percent of all federal land. Representative Jason Chaffetz, also of Utah, recently introduced a similar bill in the House.
“It’s been more than a decade since the land was deemed suitable for disposal and there is no critical need for the federal government to hold on to it,” said Senator Lee. “The sale of the land alone could generate more than a $1 billion, and there is further economic benefit of putting the land to good use. That will mean jobs, future growth, and better prosperity for the surrounding areas.”
“It’s good for the state of Utah and I am happy to work with Senator McCain and my fellow Utahn Representative Chaffetz in the House in supporting the move.”
“The federal budget, much like the household budgets of millions of American families, is stretched alarmingly thin in today’s fiscal climate,” said Senator McCain. “Congress must explore all possible avenues for reducing our $1.4 trillion deficit and ballooning $14 trillion national debt. Our legislation aims to reduce the federal estate in a way that’s mindful of how we currently manage our public lands and seeks to dispose land that the federal government simply does not want.”
The bill is titled “The Reducing Federal Ownership of Public Lands Act”.
Senator Lee Explains Budget Vote
Mar 15, 2011
Senator Lee talks about his vote against H.R. 1 on March 9, 2011. Government spending is holding back our economy, killing jobs, and mortgaging away our future and that of our children. It is time for Congress and the President to seriously address this problem.
Senator Lee and Senator Paul discuss Japan and Government Spending with Larry Kudlow
Mar 15, 2011
Larry Kudlow asks Senator Mike Lee and Senator Rand Paul about the aftermath of the tsunami in Japan and how they plan to cut government spending in the US
Lee: Support for CR is a ‘Losing Strategy’
Mar 15, 2011
WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Mike Lee of Utah announced he would continue to oppose any continuation of current spending that did not seriously address our deficit and debt, and lacked structural spending reforms. Lee said he plans to vote against the ‘continuing resolution’ that is expected to come to the Senate floor this week because the so-called spending ‘cuts’ in the bill are inadequate and it does not take steps to prevent future overspending.
“It is unfortunate that Members of Congress in both parties are supporting a losing strategy, rather than doing what is right for the country,” said Lee. “The continuing resolution maintains unsustainable spending levels despite widespread agreement that we need meaningful reductions. The question before the Senate is whether we are going to take bold action now to reduce our deficit and control spending, or keep putting it off and drive the country further into debt.
“I am pleased to see a growing number of Members beginning to see the budget debate in these terms and have pledged to oppose additional continuing resolutions. My hope is that we attract enough support to finally put an end to this short-sighted tactic and forge a long-term agreement that is right for the American people.”
