Democrat from Maryland
Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland is the House Majority Leader.
Recent statements involving Steny Hoyer
"House Republicans pledged to introduce a bill to reform America’s health care system," but "the 'party of no' has . . . failed to produce legislation."
There were more job losses per month in the last three months under President Bush than in the past three months under President Obama.
"Some 500 detainees were released from Guantanamo during the Bush administration."
Recent stories featuring Steny Hoyer
Counting the departures from Gitmo:
Rep. Steny Hoyer says 500 detainees were released from the detention center under President Bush. He's right about the number, but we have a quibble with his wording.
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