Rep. Adam Smith on Pentagon Funding, Impeachment Hearings and USMCA

The transcript covers discussions on policy challenges in Congress, focusing on issues like the wall, space force, and family leave. It highlights concerns about the Air Force's acquisition process and the need for competition. The conversation shifts to the impeachment inquiry and its impact on legislation. Finally, it addresses military pardons and impressions of Democratic candidates, particularly Pete Buttigieg.

What is one of the main sticking points in the reconciliation process between the Senate and House?

• Wall funding

• Education policy

• Tax cuts

• Healthcare reform

Why is there a need for increased competition in the Air Force acquisition process?

• To increase international collaboration

• To reduce military spending

• To encourage innovation

• To avoid bias towards incumbent carriers

What is the proposed solution to the issue of sole source contracts in the Air Force?

• Reducing the number of contracts

• Increasing government oversight

• Encouraging more competition

• Awarding longer contracts

What is the main concern regarding the impeachment inquiry's impact on legislative timetables?

• It will increase bipartisan cooperation

• It will delay the defense bill

• It will speed up the legislative process

• It will lead to government shutdown

What is the stance of the speaker on the President's role in military pardons?

• The President should follow military advice

• The President should have the final say

• The President should not have the final say

• The President should consult Congress

Which Democratic candidate is highlighted as having a promising future in the party?

• Joe Biden

• Elizabeth Warren

• Pete Buttigieg

• Bernie Sanders

What is the main focus of the USMCA negotiations?

• Increasing trade with Europe

• Improving healthcare access

• Enforcing labor and environmental standards

• Reducing tariffs