Blue Dog Coalition

The Blue Dog Coalition is made up of House Dems focused on fiscal responsibility, a strong national defense, and transcending party lines to get things done.

[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

Full statement here⬇️.
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[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

In conjunction with National Police Week, the Blue Dog Coalition issued the following statement endorsing a slate of bills focused on safeguarding our communities including the Protect and Serve Act, the HELPER Act, and the Invest to Protect Act.

[Rep Josh Gottheimer @RepJoshG]

Today, too many Democrats are noticeably and shamefully silent when antisemitism comes from the far left. But there should be one response to those who express hatred toward any American: condemnation.

Hate is hate. It doesn’t get a pass because it comes from your side of the aisle.

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[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

Our national debt now exceeds the entire size of the U.S. economy, and instead of course-correcting, the Senate just advanced a massive spending bill with zero offsets. Republicans are treating our government like a credit card without limits.

[Jake Sherman @JakeSherman]

CBO says the Senate Republicans' new reconciliation bill will increase deficits by $71.7B over the next 10 years. That's what the bill costs, so that makes sense.

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[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

The national debt is now bigger than the entire U.S. economy — a milestone not seen since WWII.

It doesn't have to be this way. That's why we're supporting legislation to reduce the deficit to 3% of GDP.

Congress needs to get serious and get on board.

[Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez @RepMGP]

Having self determination and being a people who make things - not just consumers - is what makes us Americans.

I’m always inspired by the next generation of the trades workforce as they continue this tradition. 

Thank you to Hudson’s Bay High School construction class for giving me the opportunity to listen and learn from you.

#vancouverpublicschools
#trades

[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

The President's Budget Request claims to be fiscally responsible, but leans on phony growth gimmicks to make the numbers work.

Congress must use its power of the purse to deliver a truly disciplined budget.

[Rep Josh Gottheimer @RepJoshG]

To everyone celebrating in New Jersey and around the world today, Happy Easter! 🐇

[Rep. Mike Thompson @RepThompson]

Republicans control the House, Senate, and White House, yet they can’t agree on funding our government. Instead of delivering for the American people, they're fighting amongst themselves. Mike Johnson, call us back to Washington and let’s get to work on a real solution to reopen the government and make sure workers are paid.

[Congressman Jared Golden @RepGolden]

Today we honor the courage and sacrifice of all Vietnam veterans. We remember their heroism and reflect on the challenges so many faced after they returned home.

To all the Vietnam veterans in Maine: Your dedication and service are deeply appreciated.

[Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez @RepMGP]

Crazy permitting and building codes increase homelessness and push homeownership further out of reach…

my build now act pushes local and state government to clean up and right size their codes

Builders, comment the wackiest code you’ve seen below

[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

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[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

Congress's fiscal irresponsibility is making life harder for working Americans. It shouldn't be this way.

Today's Budget Committee hearing on our endorsed 3% deficit to GDP budget goal is a good start, but Congress must enact it to help Americans' pocketbooks.

[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

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[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

Blue Dog Coalition Statement Following House Vote on H.J.Res.139, a Balanced Budget Amendment

[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

Happy St. Patrick's Day🍀from our pack to yours

[Rep. Mike Thompson @RepThompson]

I’ve been selected as a designated survivor for tomorrow’s State of the Union, so I won’t be there in person, but I’ll be watching. Americans deserve accountability for the militarization of ICE, terrorization of our communities and killing of American citizens.

[Ray Dalio @RayDalio]

I Love and Endorse the Bipartisan 3 % of GDP Budget Deficit Solution

In the House of Representatives there is now a bipartisan bill in the works to enact, and a growing agreement that we need, a 3% cap on the budget deficit. The bill was introduced by Representatives Bill Huizenga (R) and Scott Peters (D) to reduce and maintain the federal budget deficit at or below 3% of GDP. While most responsible members of both parties don't agree on much, they agree on this, which is also urged by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget and almost all knowledgeable investors, economists, and business leaders beyond them.

Treasury Secretary @SecScottBessent has long been a supporter of this path, publicly saying, “I would urge [President Trump] to make public his desire to get the deficit down to 3% by the end of his term.”   In my book How Countries Go Broke: The Big Cycle, I described the mechanics of how the United States will go broke unless it gets the budget deficit down to 3% of GDP, which I describe as my "3% 3-Part Solution." All leaders from both parties I spoke with in private agree. The only impediment is their fear of the political consequences of being in favor of raising taxes and cutting benefits if that is required to reach the 3% GDP budget deficit. Passing this bill would be a step toward overcoming that objection as it would help legislators argue for fiscal responsibility. A stated 3% GDP ceiling goal would become a benchmark for accountability across administrations, providing both a rule and a report card. With it in mind, each year we would naturally ask, “Is the nation moving toward or away from sustainability?” That stated goal and progress toward fiscal responsibility would strengthens markets, bolster investor confidence, and reduce the risks of the U.S. experiencing a sovereign debt/currency crisis.

[Blue Dog Coalition @HouseBlueDogs]

The Blue Dog Coalition applauds the passage of the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill last week that includes components of @RepGonzalez's bill, the PBM Reform Act, that puts patients first and increases price transparency.