In a recent interview with Republican Congressman Ken Buck of Colorado, a range of topics were discussed, including the remaining legislative agenda, aid to Ukraine, and the current state of the Republican Party. The interview, conducted by Margaret Brennan on November 26, 2023, covered several key issues as Congress heads into the final weeks of the year.

One of the main points of discussion was the extensive to-do list that Congress needs to tackle before the end of the year. Rep. Buck expressed confidence that the necessary tasks, such as reauthorizing the FAA, finalizing the defense bill, and addressing supplemental requests from President Biden, can be accomplished within the remaining three weeks of legislative business.

Buck, a member of the Freedom Caucus, also shared his support for providing aid to Ukraine, explaining the importance of equipping the country with the necessary military equipment to defend against Russian aggression. He called for bipartisan cooperation in finding ways to fund both the Israel aid and the Ukraine aid, emphasizing the need to identify the source of the funding.

The interview also touched upon the recent retirement announcements within the Republican Party. Rep. Buck attributed the high number of retirements to a lack of credibility caused by misinformation and lies surrounding the 2020 election. He expressed the belief that Republicans must move past these falsehoods in order to regain the trust of the American public and propose effective policy solutions.

When asked about current Speaker of the House, Speaker Johnson, Buck expressed his support and defended his own signing on to the Texas amicus brief challenging the 2020 election results. While acknowledging disagreements, Buck emphasized the importance of moving forward and focusing on defeating President Biden with someone who is truthful.

The interview concluded with the mention of a positive development in the Gaza-Israel conflict. Four-year-old American Abigail Edan was reported to be in the custody of the Red Cross, and Israel agreed to release 39 Palestinians in a recent hostage swap. This news served as a hopeful note amidst the ongoing conflict.

As Congress races against the clock to accomplish its legislative priorities, Rep. Ken Buck's insights shed light on the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing the Republican Party. With a focus on unity, credibility, and effective policy solutions, Republicans aim to fulfill their obligations to the American people while navigating the remaining weeks of the year.