'Enough Is Enough!': Rand Paul, Bernie Sanders Clash On The Senate Floor Over Spending

In remarks on the Senate floor Thursday, Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) spoke about the budget and Senate process.
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[@Mark-db8id]

Omnibus Bill specifically states money cannot be used for our own border security, while providing money to other countries to help secure their borders

[@BAMZK456]

The southern border is less of a concern for our national interests than the militarized borders protecting our allies adjacent to literal conflict zones. In 2021, the USA suffered the greatest population decline in its history. We are facing population collapse. The idea that the USA is full is just another white lie. The population scientists say that we need 500,000 to 750,000 immigrants per year. Immigration to the USA has fortunately been fairly steady at 500,000 immigrants, even despite republican capping it at 65,000. If the republicans would legally raise the per annum immigration limit, then we could secure the border from drugs and smuggling. But, until that happens, it’s better to have the border fairly open than tightly closed.

[@stephenmitchell6554]

This shows the TRUE feelings of those who voted for this monstrosity. Every voter for this "omnibust" should be busted (voted out of office) including and especially the lying RepubliCONS who once again deceived us.

[@nicholasschrader7179]

It's outright subversion.

[@cardenfoy]

Sorry securing our own borders is socialism and we know you hate that.

[@nicholasschrader7179]

@@cardenfoy You would call anything socialism just to pretend you're anything more or less than a wannabe communist.

[@KrinchiD]

They all need to read the bill before they can vote on it. What happened to common sense?

[@F_ckAllTrumpVoters]

Common sense didn't stop you people from being dumb enough to vote for Trump twice.

[@eastguntucky9268]

It’s kryptonite to a Democrat 😂

[@sporkfaceman]

They never read bills they vote how the corporations pay them to vote.

[@sporkfaceman]

@@eastguntucky9268 it's not just democrats it's all politicians.

[@hopesy12u4]

who told you they didn't?

[@beverlyg5194]

Shameful what has been done.

[@mfa8086]

You can’t just print infinity money without creating a total collapse.

[@nah2855]

Why the American dollars value is so low

[@Gandalf17]

well the USA seems to be doing it since forever and nothing ever happens

[@thelopper43]

@@Gandalf17 just wait. The collapse is coming. Stockpole non perishable food and water. Guns and ammo. Seeds and medicine.

[@sayewhatjosh]

Well if the money is made up I guess you can

[@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710]

The larger problem is they are spending " Bank Money " instead of " State Money ". The Green Seal Federal Reserve Note is an interest-bearing note. It is a Bank Money dollar. The Red Seal United States Note does note bear interest. Just like coinage and it is a State Money dollar. We should return to the Red Seal Dollars that we once used and put an end to this inflationary Green Seal Dollars that began in 1913.

[@SuperDave-pe1zw]

TERM LIMITS!!!! Get all these old traitors out of Washington DC and get people in there to actually work for the American Taxpayers!!! FJB

[@confusedwhynot]

I'm disgusted with the government!!! I have been disgusted with them since I was not even old enough to vote.

[@paulalietke888]

Senator Rand Paul stand for " WE THE PEOPLE " . What's disturbing about this bill all time high inflation, energy, boarders crisis, housing crisis, but yet senseless spending making matters worse. Focusing on America's soil fixing the problems here at home. How can you help other countries blank check? Does congress walk into stores look at pricing? Politicians are a public servant we the people in our best interests protection living well is your duties under oath entering office.

[@tedphillips3119]

This is how we got The Federal Reserve. Just wait until Christmas to vote on something that fundamentally changes the country.

[@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710]

The larger problem is they are spending " Bank Money " instead of " State Money ". The Green Seal Federal Reserve Note is an interest-bearing note. It is a Bank Money dollar. The Red Seal United States Note does note bear interest. Just like coinage and it is a State Money dollar. We should return to the Red Seal Dollars that we once used and put an end to this inflationary Green Seal Dollars that began in 1913.

[@bvierville1]

It should be 2/3

[@grizzy297]

Thank you Senator Ron Paul!

[@LosAngelesJedi]

Rand not Ron

[@johnyork5138]

You can’t pass ANY bill without reading it.

[@yrmthr]

Well according to Pelosi, 'we have to pass the bill so we can see what's in it'. What a clown show

[@robertwrabel5768]

Bernie has been in politics for a long time. It’s time he goes. We the people don’t want socialism. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@christopherpurvis1480]

'We the people'...how about you speak for yourself.

[@jenni0278]

@@christopherpurvis1480 How about you learn some proper damn American and world history and learn how to think intelligently. If you actually knew any proper history you would know that the progressive Marx's socialist movement has not worked anywhere it has been tried in history ever.

[@johnhmielewski1230]

Chris if you want socialism please feel free to pack you bags and move to China.

[@dahoomancentipee9461]

He'll go eventually. Either by retiring or by the reaper. He is 82 so it's coming to get him. Along with a bunch of the other old creatures in the swamp.

[@czarcastic1458]

@@christopherpurvis1480 How about you get a job and pay your taxes so i can keep getting my SS check pumpkin.

[@beckygarrett4883]

End the woke liberal wishlist

[@wr1791]

This just shows how corrupt they all are!!

[@jjamo5]

Im speechless ,how on earth is this ligitamate .

[@patrickcurtis478]

Rand Paul you be blessed

[@dcarts5616]

Did you see the snake Romney squirming behind Paul? 😢 We’re so screwed.

[@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710]

He was shedding a skin.

[@electricman69]

Well I always knew willard was a rat but yea snake fits to

[@coffee_drinker2912]

This is what ~ 80 million of YOU voted for. Well done!

[@D8W2P4]

CCP agents that fudge numbers with headstone propers don't count.

[@williamsuarez9486]

Get 'em Rand!

[@jdcalhoun974]

Bernie needs to retire

[@paulmarkowski43]

Rand Paul for President...Bernie needs to go!

[@nicholasicetrain1382]

It’s funny that Romney is sitting behind Rand Paul and Romney signed the bill

[@recentlyretired]

Yes Willard Romney is part of the problem, let’s see his tax returns

[@zekeonstormpeak4186]

As Nancy would say, “we have to pass the bill to know what’s in it”. Screw all these career politicians who have never held a legitimate job, or worked a real day in their life. Yes Bernie, that means you!!!

[@tommyflynnmusic]

History will be so unkind to some of these politicians. I don’t even think they understand what they’ve done.

[@em1ownerify]

They know exactly what their doing Laundering tax payer money While crashing the economy

[@kurt7833]

It would do the opposite,burnie

[@pinkydavis6113]

Liberty vs Tyranny

[@Hoppensagen]

Theres always money for war and rich people, but never for the people.

[@itsmelaura1533]

Tell me again, why do we pay part-time politicians $174,000+ a year?

[@jeffreykuster8735]

Exactly communist Burnie

[@ChrisForstner]

37% is a tiny minority but 40% isn't?

[@graciacruz4470]

Jim Jordan for house speaker. No on this BILL

[@donnacreamer4123]

I think Josh Hawley would be an excellent choice for Speaker of the House. His reputation as a constitutional lawyer is stellar He very impressive when interviewing candidates and in cross examinations. Since SOTH is in line for the presidency, Josh would be a wise choice.

[@jerrybeilgard5824]

Non citizens before actual citizens. They do not care about those who came before and did the hard work.

[@bouldernelsonbigfoot]

Dr. Paul is awesome.

[@bradybarclay5727]

😂

[@jeepinfriend4958]

Rats hide in the shadows,the sun light is not there friend,corruption is there food

[@martensonlee8815]

Go rand paul u speak for the people

[@conr2141]

This tired old GOP schtick has sounded the same for decades… Most industrialized countries spend more than us, while also enjoying higher median wealth than us (have richer middle class)..

[@objectdefiance4027]

Finally Someone Is Reasonable.

[@LODIECHODIE]

Bernie Sanders = not a doctor.....

[@marybethstawarz3705]

KEEP ON KEEPING ON. These stinkers need to go!!!

[@ralphpeterson2645]

Enough is enough....

[@mayatuck]

Funny Bernie saying a very small minority would be in favor of this and that's not fair. Hey Bernie? Wtf you thinks been happening in DC in the last 14 years?

[@donnacribb5712]

Enough is enough

[@NebjosaMeier]

Can't they just take the money and pass no laws? Enough is enough.

[@David-yv6ow]

you go Senator Paul! I wish you were my Senator. As it is MY Senator from Indiana voted for this mess. At least i can say that I didn’t vote for Todd Young - Rino, Indiana.

[@you39ful]

Crisis. After crisis. After crisis.

[@artgrathartgrath3451]

Funny how he talks about crazy spending but when it comes to war they have no limits and both parties agree on that every time 🤯

[@thegreatpacoasters3134]

Keep fighting for the people rand thank you

[@patriciadavis784]

1.7 Trillion?? MY GOD!!

[@tt600pch]

10% to the big guy and "free artwork" with a small donation fee.

[@taiparis6288]

It’s your job to read it!! Stop whining!!!!

[@andykienle6898]

Bernie retire

[@hrhtreeoflife4815]

10 years paid into Social Security To get $30/month? That's insane 😳

[@steves6016]

Bernie man.. so sad what happened to this guy

[@tmarinelic]

Incredible

[@deryckmcleod4608]

Just for perspective War and Peace is 1200 pages. That means Bernie "The Brainiac" Sanders would have have read it several times overnight, I guess...

[@RonDiani]

Lol Romney enjoyed Rand Paul speaking its him lurking 👀 behind Rand Paul

[@Bobcat9]

Oh, and spending hundreds and hundreds of billions of dollars we don't have doesn't put us in the same position, Mr. Sanders?

[@flicmartin9305]

Listening to Bernie sanders talk… is true misery.

[@frankfisher3951]

Even Bernie, now you know something's wrong. Lol

[@alexmaccity]

What are wrong with these people why doesn't anyone care about this?!?!?!?!

[@shellback325]

Well since zaelenski gave his address and victory over the united states by flying his flag in congress then their surrender of our country to urkraine. I wonder if zaelenski will sign this bill.

[@aaronmurry6014]

Shut these people down. In 5 years we'll be txed over 50%

[@czarcastic1458]

Start your own biz and write everything off and then you pay zero taxes. Go cash when you can and pay with money orders.

[@karlyoung1713]

Is this democracy'

[@donnacreamer4123]

Democracy is mob rule., so yes this is. We must restore our Constitutional REPUBLIC!!!

[@karlyoung1713]

@@donnacreamer4123 nice way of saying it ,this so called bunch of mobsters I mean talking microphones really they don't want to give away to the people to much we have socialism here in nz works well ,business parties and worker parties embrace it . maintaining a empire is expensive ..🤑🌵

[@karlyoung1713]

@@donnacreamer4123 if all else fails the politicians lead us to war it is hard to get a vote in this decision pretty much the same for other decisions the control pushs back with divisions to maintain it self.yes the people deserve to take back as much of there democracy' as they can,everyone wants money and comfort to raise the next generation without to much poverty a nice base to grow your values out of .

[@captrockh2055]

We the People,as a whole,should not pay taxes, the money we pay isn't going to make our lives any better.

[@usa174]

Do any American citizens actually approve of this bill? How do they keep getting away with this?

[@floridadog7773]

The whole congress are 🤥🤥🤥🤥🤥🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@cfoskeeter]

The democrat playbook always has to cry disaster. He says it 3 times in the first minute of his speech.

[@sbb526]

Not really a clash..... Click bait

[@johnbrittingham4471]

Bernie, the communist has aged to his senior years and gained great wealth "serving" in government. Of the 422 bills for which Sanders has been the lead sponsor during his nearly 30 years in Congress, only three have become law, according to Congress.gov. Two of them were perfunctory bills to name post offices.

[@standingbear998]

no one is more irrelevant than bernout sanders

[@Mr2013skywalker]

Madness destruction of America

[@stevecoley8365]

X-Files Humans prefer pianos, paint brushes and joy creating stuff like that. But the hostile alien vampires (greed) prefer bullets, bombs and missiles. Because these things suck the joy out of humans with their ignorance (hate).

[@jeffreygarner1973]

Bernie must smoke dope lol

[@TomCat05t]

...because, according to Senator Feel the Bern, national debt in the tens of trillions is totally no problem.

[@objectdefiance4027]

So long as the Economy Is managing to match it in terms of The Debt To GDP Ratio. In which China has Messed up with having More Debt than their whole Economy at the Level Of 300%.

[@TomCat05t]

@ObjectDefiance Then let's hope our economy can keep up.

[@objectdefiance4027]

@@TomCat05t We can also pay It off More by taxing The Rich. They Benefit the Most by the Economy doing well so Let's get some of that back and lower our Collective Debt.

[@TomCat05t]

@ObjectDefiance ...oorrr, Congress could stop spending more than expected tax revenue. Too bad it's too late for this year.

[@objectdefiance4027]

@@TomCat05t Nah. I want free healthcare, a well funded postal service, free university and college and day care. This is something the Richest country in the world can definitely do and make it look easy to the rest of the world. Also wouldn't hurt to decrease the Military budget by 30% and would definitely help by not giving tax brakes to the rich.

[@kenm7179]

Way back in the day I actually donated money to one of Bernie's Senate campaigns. In the past few years I've grown to despise him for kissing up to Hillary, the DNC, and the haters in "the squad", supporting sending billions of $$$ and weapons to Ukraine, among other things.

[@robertcrist5747]

It's sad this party only has a few people like Rand Paul, Chip Roy, MTG and Lauren Bobert that knows what "By the People and for the People" means.

[@soon2bsaint680]

JESUS CHRIST IS COMING DONT YALL SEE?

[@dakota481]

Bernie Sanders - the Socialist Jew.

[@Real_Atwill]

See civil order July 14th 2014 from Pope Francis to prez 0

[@Patricia-mr2po]

Good pass it

[@CntrlAltUniverse]

I'm proud of Bernie, 😊

[@touchfeet6988]

I am glad you are proud that $50 billion has been given to Ukraine while 2million children are homeless. Enough money to end the homeless problem in all of America. Proud that you are giving money to pakistan to engage in moral colonialism, instead of addressing mental health or the drug crisis.So proud to put a monument to Ukraine in DC, a monument to all the Indigenous people that our weapons have killed in Ukraine. So the homeless encampments around DC will appreciate having a monument to look at instead of a home. So proud to open our borders for a power grab and new voters, while putting the vulnerable at constant risk by shipping strangers into communities to prey on the disabled and seniors who are always first targets for criminals. Got to let MS-13 in so they can continue to kill and drive black people out of their neighborhoods that MS-13 considers theirs in California. Will you be proud when hundreds or thousands of illegals die in winter conditions instead of staying south because biden announced an open border? Will you take responsibility for that? I mean you should continue displaying how proud you are. These disgusting eugenics policies are why countries have purged academics and commies over the years. Pol pot didn't go far enough.

[@ReyO0]

You haven’t read enough economic books or just a huge tool.

[@ConservativeImmigrants]

Bernie shows his true color.

[@duncanmacpherson1355]

My paul never said a thing about trump run up 8 trillion