Kaptur Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water and Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus released the following statement following President Biden’s State of the Union address:  

“The American people elected Joe Biden president because they knew he would stand up for the working men and women of our country,” said Rep. Kaptur. “The United States economy is creating jobs and roaring back full steam ahead since Joe Biden took office. The president laid out a plan to finish the job and accomplish our key priorities. President Biden and Congressional Democrats helped deliver historic legislation for pandemic relief, infrastructure, and inflation reduction that is helping to breathe new life into communities like ours and that work has led to record low unemployment—the lowest unemployment rate during my tenure in Congress. 

“I was encouraged to hear President Biden pledge to protect our seniors’ earned benefits, using his veto power if he must. Thanks to tireless work by House Democrats, this year Social Security beneficiaries saw the largest cost of living adjustment since 1981, an 8.7% increase.

"With Liberty on the line, the President has been a stalwart ally to Ukraine, especially during her time of great need. President Biden and Congressional Democrats will ensure we shepherd robust resources and uphold our commitment to freedom around the globe. The President’s words tonight were a welcome salve, reassuring war torn freedom lovers of Ukraine who have endured so much.   

"I look forward to continuing to work with President Biden to ensure that the Great Lakes Region and the Heartland of our country are never left behind.” 

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