Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement:

“I have known and worked with Thom Tillis for almost two decades. While we certainly disagree about many issues, I know him to be a man of many gifts who loves our state and our nation.

“In opposing the Republican budget bill, Senator Tillis is putting his commitment to the people of North Carolina above his loyalty to the leaders of the Republican Party. This kind of moral courage is increasingly uncommon in Washington Republicans and should be commended.

“I look forward to working with Senator Tillis to support innovation in the Research Triangle and reconstruction in Western North Carolina over the remainder of his term in office.

“It is imperative that our next senator is someone who will hold President Trump and his administration accountable.”