North Shore Louisiana News

WASHINGTON, D.C.— On May 22, 2024, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and House Conference Vice Chair Blake Moore (R-Utah) to discuss the House’s efforts to prevent non-citizens from voting in federal elections. Scalise also criticized the International Criminal Court and indicated that House Republicans are considering legislative action against the organization.

On the topic of digital currency regulation, Scalise commended Whip Emmer's work on forthcoming legislation aimed at limiting unelected bureaucrats' control over digital currency. "We have two bills that are limiting the ability for unelected bureaucrats in Washington to control digital currency," said Scalise. He emphasized the importance of ensuring that government does not track transactions, highlighting concerns about privacy and governmental overreach.

Scalise also addressed issues related to tax enforcement under the Biden Administration. "President Biden wants to get more from them by doubling the size of the IRS," he stated, expressing opposition to increased tax burdens on individuals earning less than $100,000 annually.

Regarding non-citizen voting in DC elections, Scalise announced a bill aimed at preventing illegal residents from participating in these elections. He criticized policies allowing such practices and linked them to broader immigration issues. "If you look at this massive flow of illegals coming into our country...we've seen millions of people come into our country illegally," he noted.

Scalise further questioned why foreign nationals should be allowed to vote in U.S. elections: "Why should somebody at the Russian embassy be able to vote in elections here in the United States of America?" He expressed confidence that most Americans would support this measure and anticipated a revealing congressional vote on the issue.

Finally, Scalise condemned actions by the International Criminal Court (ICC), particularly its stance towards Israel. He labeled it a "rogue agency" and criticized its attempts to arrest Israel's prime minister for actions taken against terrorist organizations. "We're going to continue to take actions," said Scalise, urging international allies to cease funding what he described as an anti-Israel and potentially anti-American institution.