WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) has expressed strong criticism following President Biden's State of the Union address. Van Orden stated, "President Biden’s State of the Union address tonight highlighted how out of touch he is with the reality facing Americans. Under this administration, we have seen record-breaking gas prices, a historic border crisis, 40-year high inflation rates, and a weakened national security. No matter how the president attempts to spin it, the truth is that Americans are worse off because of his policies."
Van Orden further criticized Biden's handling of the border situation, stating, "He has completely discarded our southern border by letting in over eight million illegal aliens throughout his term and turning every state into a border state. The American people have seen the disastrous consequences of his open-border policies, most recently with the tragic death of Laken Riley."
Regarding economic issues, Van Orden highlighted concerns about inflation and energy policies under the current administration, noting, "Inflation soared due to years of runaway Democrat-backed government spending. Hardworking Americans’ budgets are stretched thin, making it more difficult for them to buy groceries and take care of their families. The administration has steamrolled American energy production by forcing electric vehicle mandates and unnecessary climate regulations."
Van Orden also criticized President Biden's approach to national security, stating, "As Commander in Chief, President Biden has made the United States an object of ridicule on the global stage. Beginning with the botched Afghanistan withdrawal, he has continuously refused to stand up against our adversaries like Iran and their proxies and prioritizes diversity over lethality within the Department of Defense."
In conclusion, Van Orden emphasized the need for a government that supports American prosperity and safety, stating, "Tonight’s address lacked honesty and transparency, but the American people know their paychecks do not go as far as they once did, and their communities are less safe than they were three years ago. The government should set an environment for Americans to succeed, not one that makes it more difficult to get by. I stand strongly with the American people and will continue working with my Republican colleagues to get our nation back on the right track."
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