Charleston Leader

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) delivered a speech on the Senate Floor, highlighting the failures of President Biden's three years in the White House. Senator Capito emphasized the negative consequences of the Biden administration's border policy, weak foreign policy record, and disastrous action regarding the economy.

Senator Capito began her speech by stating, "The lives of Americans are not better now than they were three years ago. Our country is not safer than it was three years ago. And, the state of our union is not stronger than it was three years ago." She criticized President Biden for his lack of leadership, which she argued had negative implications across various sectors of American life.

One of the major failures she highlighted was President Biden's handling of the southern border. Senator Capito stated, "There have been 6.7 million illegal encounters at the southern border under President Biden's watch." She emphasized the magnitude of this number by comparing it to the population of U.S. states, stating, "Only 17 U.S. states have a population higher than 6.7 million." Senator Capito also pointed out the alarming amount of illegal narcotics seized at the border, including meth, cocaine, and fentanyl.

The consequences of President Biden's inaction on the border were extensive, according to Senator Capito. She mentioned violent crimes committed by individuals not lawfully in the country, overwhelmed hospitals and health clinics, and the displacement of children from schools to make room for migrant shelters. Senator Capito criticized President Biden for incentivizing a crisis that urgently needs a solution.

Turning her attention to the economy, Senator Capito argued that President Biden's economic policies, or "Bidenomics," have negatively impacted American families and businesses. She stated, "Our families are continuously being squeezed by high prices, and businesses are being taxed and regulated out of operation." Senator Capito cited statistics showing rising overall prices, food prices, energy prices, and rent prices, along with a decrease in average weekly earnings for all employees. She claimed that under President Biden, Americans are spending more and getting less.

Furthermore, Senator Capito pointed out the negative impact of "Bidenomics" on small businesses and manufacturers. She mentioned the historically low levels of optimism among small and medium manufacturing companies and the inflation concerns of small business owners.

Regarding national security and foreign policy, Senator Capito criticized President Biden's decisions and their repercussions. She highlighted the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan, which damaged trust with allies and displayed weakness on the world stage. Senator Capito also mentioned the administration's handling of Iran, including de-listing the Houthis as a terrorist organization and engaging in fruitless nuclear negotiations.

In conclusion, Senator Capito emphasized the need for a change in course. She stated, "Our country cannot continue to accept the level of failure that this administration has made normal over the past three years." Senator Capito expressed the Republican Party's commitment to finding solutions to the issues at hand, including changing border policies, reining in spending, supporting small businesses and middle-class families, and showcasing the strength of the United States on the world stage.

The failures outlined by Senator Capito serve as a reminder of the challenges and criticisms faced by the Biden administration. As the country moves forward, it remains to be seen how these issues will be addressed and whether the administration can overcome these setbacks.