“House Speaker Nancy Pelosi led a bipartisan congressional delegation to Israel Friday to mark the 60th anniversary of Israel’s founding.”

“As record oil prices continue to burden American families and businesses, reports indicate that the President’s visit to Saudi Arabia today to push for increased production has failed. Despite considerable influence, the Bush Administration has been ineffective in pressuring Saudi Arabia and, yet again, has failed to effectively use diplomacy to exact short-term relief for American consumers.”

peaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, House Republican Leader John Boehner and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell announced the appointment of commissioners to the Commission on the Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism.

“As the President returns from the Middle East, I urge him to sign this legislation that he has previously opposed, which has now passed the House and Senate by veto-proof margins.”

“We pay tribute to the many people, who with pioneering spirits, brave determination, and deep commitment, made the modern state of Israel a reality.”

“I welcome the California Supreme Court’s historic decision. I have long fought against discrimination and believe that the State Constitution provides for equal treatment for all of California’s citizens and families, which today’s decision recognizes.”

“The Senate’s passage of the bipartisan Farm Bill is good news for families who are struggling with the high cost of groceries and gasoline, and good news for America’s farmers and ranchers who provide food and fiber for the world.”

“With today’s vote, the Republicans have shown that they are confused and are in disarray. House Republicans refused to pay for a war they support, and by voting against the GI bill, they refused to support our veterans when they come home.”

“On a bipartisan basis, the New Direction Congress has passed legislation to lower the price at the pump. Despite the President’s objections, both the House and Senate have voted overwhelmingly to suspend deliveries to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, which can save consumers now, as it has in the past.”

“The Farm Bill is a first step in reforming America’s farm policies and a giant leap forward in helping Americans who are struggling with the high cost of groceries and gasoline.”