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MCKENZIE, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today addressed the Advancing Soil Health for a Healthy America Summit at the Black Leg Ranch, where he discussed his efforts as chairman of […]
FORT WAYNE, Ind. –– Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) released the following statement after President Donald Trump approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana, unlocking federal assistance for Hoosiers and communities recovering from the severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and historic flooding that began on August 11, 2026. The Presidential Disaster Declaration comes one day after Senator Banks […]
Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), the Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission (TLHRC), today called upon the government of Pakistan to protect the safety and fundamental rights of Neha Faqir, an 18-year-old Pakistani Christian woman, who was allegedly abducted in March and subsequently converted to Islam. A Pakistani court has rejected a petition brought by her family seeking her return. “The circumstances surrounding Neha Faqir’s disappearance and subsequent conversion raise profoundly troubling questions about her safety, freedom of religion, and ability to exercise her rights without coer
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, two research related grants worth $932,292. These grants are for allergy and infectious diseases research. The funding breakdown of the grants is as follows: $199,059 for researching how bacteria interact with each other and evolve during infections that involve biofilms $733,233 for researching whether the old antibiotic nitroxoline can be used for treating drug-resistant gonorrhea and chlamydia In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan
Representative John Carter (TX-31) today applauded the U.S. Army's selection of Fort Hood as a site for the Janus Program, pairing the installation with General Atomics to develop and operate a nuclear microreactor. "Fort Hood size and mission require constant, assured power to support mission infrastructure," said Carter. "I strongly advocated for Fort Hood's selection earlier this year because I know The Great Place has the mission, infrastructure, and people necessary to lead this important effort. I'm thrilled the Army agrees. The Janus program will strengthen readiness, reinforce defense
By Karen Wall, Patch Staff Published Wed., August 26, 2026 at 5:34 am ET MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester Township Council took the first step to banning artificial intelligence data centers in the township on Monday night with the introduction of an ordinance to do just that. The ordinance, No. 26-48, was introduced before another overflow crowd that carried dozens of signs and chanted its message: "No Data Centers. No Means No." The council had been faced with an overflow crowd at the Aug. 10 council meeting, where residents turned out in force because of rumors that a developer had approache
Texas port looks to SMRs Nuclear Engineering International August 25th, 2026 Anew US partnership focused on small modular reactor (SMR) technology for maritime applications has been launched by US Secretary of Transportation Sean P Duffy with the Port of Corpus Christi in Texas. Duffy, Maritime Administrator (MARAD) Stephen M Carmel, US Representative Michael Cloud and […] The post Texas Port Looks to SMRs appeared first on Cloud.
Freedom 250 Mobile Museum coming to Victoria Crossroads Today Don Brubaker | August 25th, 2026 Freedom 250, is bringing one of its traveling Mobile Museums, known as “Freedom Trucks,” to Victoria, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the nation’s history through an interactive exhibit designed for all ages. The Freedom Truck is coming to […] The post Freedom 250 Mobile Museum Coming to Victoria appeared first on Cloud.
Earns an “A” Grade in Bridge Grades Nonpartisan Congressional Scorecard WASHINGTON — Congressman Vern Buchanan has earned an “A” grade with a score of 96.9 out of 100 from Bridge Grades, a nonpartisan scorecard that rates members of Congress on their record of bipartisan collaboration. Buchanan’s score is more than double the House average of 44.9 and earns him the title of the most […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Angus King (I-Maine) today announced the passage of their resolution celebrating the week of August 22nd through August 30th, 2026 as “National Park Week.” “America’s national parks are true national treasures worth protecting. I’m thrilled to commemorate this week as National Park Week with Senator King. These parks […] The post On the Park Service’s 110th Birthday, Daines, King Lead Resolution Celebrating National Park Week appeared first on Senator Steve Daines.
NEW ULM, MN – Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) visited Nobles and Rock counties for roundtable discussions and Q&A sessions with area leaders about issues impacting communities in southwestern Minnesota. First, Congressman Finstad attended a Rural Housing and Economic Development Roundtable in Worthington with city and county officials and area housing leaders to discuss their efforts […] The post Finstad Holds Roundtables in Nobles, Rock Counties to Discuss Housing, Economic Development, Rural Water in Southern Minnesota first appeared on United States Congressman Brad Finstad.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:August 25, 2026 CONTACT:Chrissy Harbin, Miranda Dabney AFP-Oklahoma Praises Sen. Armstrong’s Permitting Reform Bill in theTulsa World JOHN TIDWELL STRESSES THE URGENCY TO PASS ARMSTRONG’S AEMI ACT TO MAINTAIN OKLAHOMA’S STATUS AS A NATIONAL ENERGY LEADER WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a recent opinion column published by the Tulsa World, John Tidwell, Oklahoma State Director of Americans for Prosperity, […]
“Strong infrastructure is essential to keeping Ohioans safe and growing the economy.” WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today announced that he secured $20 million in federal funding for the City of Toledo’s rescoped Connecting Toledo Neighborhoods to Opportunity project through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant […]
Choosing to serve our nation in the armed forces is one of the highest callings.” COLUMBUS – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today announced his 2026 U.S. service academy nomination application portal for students interested in attending one of the nation’s prestigious military service academies is open. Each year, Members of Congress have the honor of […]
U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines recognized Staff Sergeant Brianna D. St. Lawrence-Brody as Montanan of the Month for her commitment to serving in the armed forces and selflessly caring for Montanans. Through his “Montanan of the Month” initiative, each month Daines highlights a Montanan by submitting a statement of recognition in the recipient’s honor into the Congressional Record, […] The post Daines Honors Montanan of the Month: Brianna D. St. Lawrence-Brody appeared first on Senator Steve Daines.
WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven today held a press conference to outline the benefits of the Protect College Sports Act (PCSA), bipartisan legislation to improve fairness and stability in college athletics. […]
Washington, D.C. – 8/25/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer urging him to exempt rock salt imported from Chile from Section 301 tariffs, as higher costs put additional financial pressure on Hudson Valley municipalities and threaten their ability to safely maintain roads and sidewalks during winter storm months. The Hudson Valley relies on imported Chilean rock salt to clear and treat roads, highways, and sidewalks during snow and ice storms. “Unfortunately, the imposition of these tariffs could significantly increase the cost of
AMARILLO, TX — Today, the Office of Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced that United States Service Academy nomination applications for the Class of 2031 are now open. To be considered for a nomination, candidates must submit all required materials by October 2, 2026. “One of the most rewarding opportunities I have as a Member of Congress is helping exceptional young Texans take the first step toward a life of service by nominating them to our nation’s prestigious service academies,” said Rep. Jackson. “If nominated, these young men and women will develop the character, discipline, and
The skyrocketing use of Chinese biopharmas as a source of innovation for U.S. drug developers has been viewed with alarm among certain parts of the political establishment. But for Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, the debate over the perceived geopolitical threat of China’s biotech industry is missing the point. “The United States has been too focused on measuring the outcomes of strategic scenarios with China and not paid enough attention to the input,” Moran told Fierce. “We talk about the growing trials that are happening in China,” he continued. “What we forget to focus on is that they are b
By Lakewood Alerts Published August 25, 2026 Rep. Chris Smith is joining Ocean County and Manchester Township officials in opposing the development of AI data centers in the area, citing concerns over their potential impact on local resources, the environment and residents. Smith met Thursday, August 20, with Manchester Township Mayor Joseph Hankins, Public Works Director Al Yodakis and Ocean County Commissioner Rob Arace to discuss their shared opposition to data center development in Manchester Township and across Ocean County. “AI data centers pose critical environmental risks and impose un
Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) announced that the 2026 Congressional App Challenge has officially launched. The Congressional App Challenge engages student creativity and encourages participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education fields. This nationwide event allows high school and middle school students from across the country to compete against their peers by creating and exhibiting their software application, or "app," for mobile, tablet, or computer devices on a platform of their choice. “I’m proud to announce that the 2026 Congressional App Challenge is now open
SAN ANGELO, TX—Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined veterans, families, and community leaders for the dedication of the Heroes on the Concho Memorial, a permanent tribute honoring more than 20,0000 Concho Valley citizens who served our country faithfully in World War II. The memorial is located along the banks of the Concho River in San Angelo, featuring a six-foot bronze statue of a World War II airman alongside panels bearing the names of veterans who called the Concho Valley home. The project was led by the San Angelo Area Foundation in partnership with the City of San Angelo, and nume
Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ-04) is leading state and municipal officials representing Jackson Township, New Jersey in a new push to address and resolve the ongoing postal service crisis at the Jackson Post Office. In a joint letter to U.S. Postmaster General David Steiner, Smith and his fellow elected officials—NJ-LD-12 Senator Owen Henry, NJ-LD-12 Assemblymen Alex Sauickie and Robert Clifton, and Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn—call attention to the “overwhelming concerns voiced by… the residents and businesses of Jackson Township, [who] have repeatedly expressed frustrations over deteriorati
In accordance with H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026., the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will deliver federal funds that U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) helped secure for Virginia’s Ninth District. The following Ninth District project will receive funds from NIST: Project Name: Enhancing Nuclear Reactor Testing and Safety Through 21st Century Technologies Recipient Name: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, located in Blacksburg, Virginia Amount Receive
Yesterday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) visited Brentwood School in Sandersville, Georgia to present three 12th District students with the Congressional Award, the highest honor Congress presents to America's youth. Congress established the Congressional Award in 1979 to recognize initiative, service, and achievement in young people. The Congressional Award provides a structure for young Americans to learn the value of service, personal development, fitness, and citizenship through character forming experiences that shape tomorrow’s leaders and our country’s future. During the event at Br
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today released the following statement after joining Southern Healthcare Collaboration leaders and local officials in Baxley to announce the Dr. Lee Southern Healthcare Collaboration Grant, which will support efforts to strengthen rural health care and expand access to quality care across South Georgia “Every Georgian deserves access to quality health care, no matter their ZIP code. As a pharmacist who spent more than 30 years serving patients in South Georgia, I know how critical our rural health care providers are to the communities they
WASHINGTON–U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) and Representative Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) today introduced the Safeguarding America’s Nonprofits Act, legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code and clarify that a nonprofit’s federal tax-exempt status does not constitute federal financial assistance.
Click here for the full story from The Times of Northwest Indiana or read below: EXCLUSIVE: U.S. Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, and Gary Mayor Eddie Melton spoke to President Donald Trump over the phone on Monday, providing him with an update about “the good things going on in Gary,” while also keeping him in the loop about storm […]
TRIADELPHIA, WV – Today, Senator Jim Justice joined First Settlement Physical Therapy and Wheeling University Doctor of Physical Therapy students to highlight his Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act. “It’s great to be back with the team at First Settlement Physical Therapy to talk about my SAFE Act. We know how much our […]
Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13), joined by co-leads Rep. Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34), Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), and Rep. Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) introduced the Foreign Propaganda Disclosure Act, legislation to strengthen transparency surrounding foreign influence online by expressly including social media influencers under the Foreign Agents Registration Act. The bill […] The post Rep. Anna Paulina Luna Introduces Bipartisan Bill Requiring Influencers to Disclose Payments by Foreign Governments appeared first on Anna Paulina Luna.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Fox News Digital to discuss his 7-part immigration package including the Citizenship Act of 2026, the Dalilah Law, and the American Tech Workforce Act. Click the image above for the full discussion. Key Excerpts on Banks Immigration Package: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “I’m new in the Senate, I served in the House for 8 before coming to the […]
“Permitting reform is affordability. Cutting unnecessary red tape lowers costs, strengthens American competitiveness and helps make life more affordable for working families.” WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Sen. Alan Armstrong’s (R-Okla.) American Energy and Mineral Infrastructure Act. This bill would reform federal permitting and accelerate construction of critical energy and mineral infrastructure. There […]
The Indiana Republican warns executive actions alone risk being erased by a future Democratic administration Click here to read the full story from Fox News Digital or read below. EXCLUSIVE: Republicans risk seeing some of President Donald Trump’s signature immigration priorities erased by a future Democratic administration unless Congress acts now to lock them into law, Sen. […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As part of his strong commitment to our nation’s veterans, Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) is introducing the Reserve Component Fairness Act, legislation to correct an inequity in military retirement rules that disadvantages veterans who served on regular active duty before transitioning to the National Guard or Reserve. Under current law, certain members of the Ready Reserve can reduce the age at which they receive Reserve retirement pay below age 60 by three months for every qualifying 90-day period of active service. However, that credit generally applies only to qualifyi
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Virginia Tech, based in Blacksburg, Virginia, four research related grants worth $563,970. The funding breakdown of the grants is as follows: $563,970 for Discovery and Applied Research for Technological Innovations to Improve Human Health In response to these grant notices, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Scientific discoveries contribute to new treatments and better health outcomes. “These HHS grants for more than $560,000 help Virginia Tech use research results to better inform Americ
MIDLAND, TX — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) welcomed Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to the Permian Basin to showcase the region's role in fueling the nation and the world. The Secretary's visit was part of the Department of Energy's "Great American Energy Comeback Tour." The tour began with a rig site visit, where cutting-edge technology and innovation continue to drive record-breaking energy production across the Permian Basin. Following the site visit, they both addressed a rally at the Bush Convention Center in Midland alongside leaders in the American energy industry. During his rem
By Jasmyn Jordan Published August 24, 2026 New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill (D) responded to a group of House Republicans seeking answers over approximately 6,600 noncitizens who were registered to vote through the state’s motor-vehicle system, but her three-page reply did not directly identify which elections were affected, explain how people who identified themselves as noncitizens were validated as eligible voters, or say who would be held accountable. Nineteen House Republicans, led by Republican Study Committee member Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ), sent Sherrill a July 24 letter seeking written
From left to right: Ocean County Commissioner Rob Arace, Manchester Twp. Director of Public Works Al Yodakis, Manchester Twp. Mayor Joseph Hankins, and U.S. Rep. Chris Smith. On Thursday, August 20th, Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) met with Manchester Twp. Mayor Joseph Hankins, Director of Public Works Al Yodakis, and Ocean County Commissioner Rob Arace to discuss their mutual opposition to the development of AI data centers in the Township—and Ocean County overall. “AI data centers pose critical environmental risks and impose undue stresses on local resources—including water and electricity—
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Jeff Van Drew responded to Governor Mikie Sherrill's letter attacking members of the Republican Study Committee who joined Congressman Van Drew's effort to get answers about the failure that placed thousands of individuals who identified themselves as noncitizens on New Jersey's voter rolls. "When we first raised this issue, we did so because we were genuinely concerned about what happened in New Jersey and wanted to understand exactly how it happened," said Congressman Van Drew. "For years, those of us who raised concerns about the integrity of our voter ro
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WASHINGTON – Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today released the following statements after President Donald J. Trump nominated Phil Axt to serve as U.S. District Court Judge for North […]
Last week, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for small businesses and private nonprofit organizations experiencing economic losses from the Pocket Fire. The disaster declaration, issued on August 11, covers Coconino, Gila, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave,...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined IN Focus Now on Fox 59 – Indianapolis to discuss the ongoing response to severe weather in Indiana and the Freedom 250–IndyCar Grand Prix in Washington, D.C. this weekend. Click the image above for the full discussion. Key Excerpts on Indiana Disaster Response: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “We have a lot of superheroes around the state, a lot of mayors, local, state, […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) joined Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) in sending a letter to President Trump and his administration, urging their support and approval of the state of Minnesota’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration to assist constituents recovering from severe storms and flash flooding. After significant damage […] The post Finstad, Klobuchar, and Smith Request Approval of Minnesota’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration first appeared on United States Congressman Brad Finstad.
“We used to be 34th, now we’re number 1 again!” MIDDLETOWN, Ohio – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today joined Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright for an announcement at Middletown Works with Cleveland-Cliffs. Cleveland-Cliffs is making a $1 billion investment in Middletown Works, supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s […]