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Texas GOP backs resolution saying states have right to repel border ‘invasion’ The push comes as Texas' SB 4, allowing police to arrest migrants suspected of entering the US illegally, faces new legal challenges May 7, 2026 By Landon Mion AS SEEN IN FOX NEWS EXCLUSIVE: The U.S. House’s Texas GOP Caucus announced Thursday that it is united behind a resolution from Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, arguing that states have constitutional authority to secure their borders against an "invasion" or "imminent danger." The caucus is urging Congress to approve the measure, citing what Rep

Arrington wins full Texas GOP backing for border invasion resolution May 7, 2026 BY MATEO ROSILES USA TODAY NETWORK With the clock winding down on U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington's term, he still has several items on his checklist he wants to accomplish before leaving office — and one just gained the full support of every Texas Republican in the U.S. House. The Lubbock Republican's office announced that a resolution on border security — one he has been trying to push through Congress for years — has just received the backing of the full Texas Republican Delegation in the U.S. House.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, May 7, 2026, U.S. Representative Warren Davidson (OH-08) released the following statement after a Daily Wire investigation revealed widespread Medicaid fraud across Ohio. The investigation found that Ohio’s Medicaid program paid out roughly $1 billion in 2024 for “home health services,” often provided by people with no health care training and in many cases by relatives of Medicaid recipients.   “Minneapolis was just the tip of the iceberg of waste, fraud, and abuse,” said Davidson. “This investigation confirms what many of us have long suspected - that there is wid

The U.S. House’s Texas GOP Caucus announced Thursday that it is united behind a resolution from Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, arguing that states have constitutional authority to secure their borders against an "invasion" or "imminent danger." The caucus is urging Congress to approve the measure, citing what Republicans called the "failed open-border policies" under former President Joe Biden and the millions of illegal immigrants who crossed into the country during his administration. "It is the job of elected officials to protect the Americans that sent them to office," Rep. Brandon Gil

Today, Representative Jack Bergman highlighted new record-setting progress by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in suicide prevention efforts, alongside historic funding secured through the appropriations process to support at-risk Veterans. This week, the VA announced that it has reached the highest levels on record for both suicide risk screenings and follow-up evaluations for Veterans. As of March 2026, 88% of Veterans receiving VA care completed an annual suicide risk screening - the highest rate since tracking began in 2021. Additionally, 96% of Veterans identified as at risk rec

Mount Vernon, KY – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) joined state and local leaders in Rockcastle County on Thursday to celebrate the completion of the long-awaited, nearly $4.6 million water treatment project for the Mount Vernon Water Treatment Plant.  “Perseverance has been the key to success for this project,” said Congressman Rogers. “The people of Rockcastle County can finally enjoy fresh, clean drinking water from Lake Linville thanks to innovative engineering and strong support from the federal, state and local levels.”  “This project faced significant delays due working with two d

Willmar, MN - Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach met with Fueling Minnesota to discuss funding for the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP). The Congresswoman has been working closely with the USDA on the release of these funds. Following this meeting, Rep. Fischbach announced she has secured over $1 million in HBIIP funding across the district to expand biofuel infrastructure. Her staff also attended and read a statement from her at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new hangar and crew space at the Life Link III base in Willmar. The Congresswoman was instrumental in securing

Willmar, MN - Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach visited Dawson while touring the district. She stopped at Ag Processing Inc to meet with staff to discuss her support for clear execution guidelines for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit. The Congresswoman voted for critical changes and extensions to 45Z in the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) and has continued to press the US Treasury for implementation guidance. She also visited Trails End Duplexes to meet with members of the Economic Development Authority about their use of state grant opportunities and potential federal grant opportunities

TAMPA, FLORIDA — U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) today co-moderated a roundtable panel alongside House Intelligence Committee Chairman Rick Crawford to examine the growing counterintelligence threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to the state of Florida.

Yesterday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) joined the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development at a Federal Partners Forum held in Prescott, Arizona. The event brought together local, state, and federal officials to address the unique challenges facing rural communities across Arizona. More...

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) today issued the following statements after their Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act was signed into law by President Trump. The bipartisan legislation will accelerate the review and processing of mortgages on trust land by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). “For years, affordable housing opportunities on tribal trust land have been hard to come by in South Dakota and across the nation due in part to the BIA’s challenging mortgage approval process,” said Thune. “With the enactment of ou

MORGANTOWN, WV – Today, Senator Jim Justice joined Morgantown firefighters and Professional Fire Fighters of West Virginia (PFFWV) officials at Northside Fire Station to discuss his bill, the No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act. “These firefighters are a big reason why I introduced the No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act. If you work more, you […]

CHARLESTON, WV – Today, Senator Jim Justice released a statement applauding the selection of Kearneysville, West Virginia, as the new location for the US Coast Guard Special Missions Command Facility. “The Coast Guard’s decision to select West Virginia as the home of its new Special Missions Command Facility is a tremendous win for our state and our nation. I’ve said for […]

FAIRMONT, WV – Today, during National Small Business Week, Senator Jim Justice spoke at a luncheon honoring West Virginia’s 2026 National Small Business Week winners. “The folks receiving these awards today truly are the backbone of our country. When a small business wins in West Virginia, it lifts up everybody around them – our economy, our workers, and our […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to the Department of Commerce encouraging the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to strengthen export control enforcement by adopting modern commercial technology, data, and open-source intelligence tools. See the full letter here or read below: Dear Under Secretary Kessler: I am writing to ask about plans at the Bureau of Industry […]

“Conversations with small business owners in Upper Sandusky made clear that when small businesses succeed, Ohio succeeds.” View Husted’s remarks here. UPPER SANDUSKY, OH – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) hosted a roundtable with Ohio small business owners and entrepreneurs in Upper Sandusky, highlighting National Small Business Week and discussing his efforts in the Senate to support […]

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) was joined by Representatives Joe Wilson (SC-02), Austin Scott (GA-08), Earl "Buddy" Carter (GA-01), Sheri Biggs (SC-03), and Brian Jack (GA-03) in sending a letter to the Honorable Pete Hegseth, Secretary of the Department of War, urging that changes to the Eisenhower Army Medical Center (EAMC) at Fort Gordon be halted immediately.  In the letter, Congressman Allen and the members write: "We are writing to share our strong opposition to the proposal by the Defense Health Agency (DHA) to downgrade the Eisenhower Army Medical Center (EAMC) at Fort Go

Washington, DC – Today, Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Congressman Mike Quigley (IL-05), and Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement in response to Ukraine’s ceasefire proposal and Russia’s continued strikes that undermine any credible path to peace: “Ukraine has extended an olive branch: an immediate, temporary ceasefire grounded in the protection of human life and the pursuit of a just peace.  In the face of Russia’s continued aggression, this proposal reflects the moral clarity o

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Abraham Hamadeh is proud to announce that Emily Chen, a sophomore attending school at home, is the winner of the 2026 AZ-08 Congressional Art Competition for her piece titled "United in Dreams." Emily’s artwork will hang in the United States Capitol alongside artwork from other congressional districts across the country, where it will be seen by millions of visitors. "Emily captured the true spirit of the United States of America in her work,” stated Congressman Hamadeh. “As I told her today, I look forward to sharing her art with visitors to our nation’s Cap

Peoria, Illinois – Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) hosted his 11th annual reception for the Congressional Art Competition at the Peoria Riverfront Museum alongside President John Morris, where he announced this year’s finalists for Illinois’ 16th Congressional District. “Every year, I am amazed by the creativity and tremendous artistic talent of high school students throughout Illinois’ 16th Congressional District,” said Rep. LaHood. “This year was unique as we had a tie for second place – both pieces will be displayed in my Washington, D.C. Office. I thank all the teachers, families, and st

Rep. Fry, Senator Graham Introduce Logan’s Law to Stop Repeat Violent Offenders Surfside Beach, S.C. –  Today, U.S. Representative Russell Fry (SC-07) and Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) announced the introduction of Logan’s Law, in honor of Logan Federico. Logan was murdered at the hands of a repeat violent offender in Columbia, South Carolina in May 2025. Logan’s murderer, Alexander Dickey, is a career criminal who had been arrested 39 times, 25 of which were for felony charges, prior to murdering Logan. Dickey was never sentenced to serious prison time. Rep. Fry and Senator Graham

Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) recognized the outstanding artistic talent of students from across Mississippi’s Fourth District during this year’s Congressional Art Competition Reception, celebrating the creativity and hard work of local high school students. The annual competition provides students with an opportunity to showcase their artistic abilities, with the first-place winner’s artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. “Mississippi is home to incredible talent, and this year’s competition once again proved that,” Ezell said. “It was an honor to recognize these students

Bacon Office, State Department to Host Passport Fair in Omaha Omaha, Neb. – The office of U.S. Representative Don Bacon (NE-02), in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, will host a passport fair on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CT at Mutual First Credit Union to help constituents complete and submit passport applications. The fair will be staffed by district office personnel and a team of U.S. Department of State consular specialists. Because the House of Representatives will be in session, Rep. Bacon will be in Washington, D.C. and not be in attendance. Th

Last week, Reps. Jack Bergman and Lou Correa, co-chairs of the Congressional Psychedelics Advancing Therapies Caucus, led 30 bipartisan colleagues in sending a letter to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Martin A. Makary urging the agency to advance its evaluation of rapid-acting novel therapeutics – including entactogen- and psychedelic-assisted therapies – for the treatment of serious mental health conditions. Millions of Americans continue to struggle with complex mental health challenges, and for many, existing treatment options fall short. This gap in care is felt acutely a

One of the best parts of State Work Periods is the opportunity to spend time traveling across The Natural State and visiting directly with the people who make it such a special place to call home. I recently had the chance to meet with local leaders, educators, law enforcement officers and small business owners who are working every day to strengthen their communities and create new opportunities for Arkansans.  From economic development and workforce training to public safety and small business growth, each visit highlighted the strong work ethic, innovation and community spirit that continue

Washington, D.C. — The Wall Street Journal published an op-ed co-authored by U.S. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, where they made a bipartisan case for urgently strengthening American military airpower, as China increasingly outpaces the U.S. Air Force’s readiness and capacity. Read the op-ed HERE or below: Since the turn of the century, the U.S. military has dominated the […]

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Kiley (I-CA) secured more than $4.5 million for key projects across California’s Third District, money included in the agriculture appropriations funding bill that passed through the House Appropriations Committee last week. “These investments reflect our commitment to improving and strengthening our rural communities across the Third District,” said Congressman Kiley. “Each […] The post Rep. Kiley Secures Key Funding in Agriculture Appropriations Bill appeared first on Kevin Kiley.

“When we look at the historic Artemis II mission, it’s important to recognize Ohioans played a key role in its success.” CLEVELAND – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio), NASA Glenn leadership and Greater Cleveland economic and aerospace partners to highlight NASA Glenn’s critical role in the recent Artemis II mission and […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to Honduras President Nasry Asfura congratulating the newly inaugurated President and urged the President to strengthen diplomatic relations with Taiwan. See the full letter here or read below: Dear President Asfura: I write to offer my congratulations on your November election and your recent inauguration. The people of Honduras […]