U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04), Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) and House Republican Leadership, colleagues, and everyday Americans on Tax Day to highlight landmark tax relief benefitting hardworking families throughout East Texas and communities nationwide. On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed H.R. 1, the Working Families Tax Cuts, into law. This tax season, millions of Americans are seeing historic refunds—giving them and their families greater liberty and hope for their financial futures.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Paul Gosar (AZ-09) released the following statement after introducing the “Stopping Wasteful Allowances for Lawmaker Wrongdoing and Ensuring Legal Liability Act,” or the SWALWELL Act—a direct strike against Washington’s culture of corruption, secrecy, and self-protection. “For decades, the swamp in Washington, D.C. has protected its own—letting corrupt politicians bury misconduct behind closed doors while sticking taxpayers with the bill. That ends now. If a Member of Congress or professional staff breaks the law or abuses their position, they shoul
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman John James urged the House Armed Services Committee to include funding in the FY27 Military Construction appropriations bill for critical modernization efforts at Selfridge Air National Guard Base in preparation for the arrival of the F-15EX and KC-46 Pegasus missions. Rep. James highlighted the importance of Selfridge for America’s national defense. “Selfridge is not just a Michigan asset—it is a cornerstone of our homeland defense,” said James. “As the only Air National Guard installation with a 100 percent federally owned flightline, its strategic l
WASHINGTON— House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) published an op-ed in The Detroit News, highlighting how the Working Families Tax Cuts are delivering tax relief for Americans at every stage of life. Select excerpts from Chairwoman McClain’s column are below. The full piece is available here. “Most people do not circle Tax Day on the calendar with excitement. But this year, families across America are opening their returns and seeing something worth celebrating: a bigger tax refund… “The Working Families Tax Cuts were built for the people who do the heavy lifting in th
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Trent Kelly is proud to announce the appointment of Jonah Uithoven of Belden, Mississippi, to the United States Air Force Academy. Each Year, members of Congress may nominate candidates to the U.S. service academies. These institutions prepare young men and women to become leaders in the U.S. Armed Forces while receiving a top-tier education. Jonah Uithoven is a dedicated student leader and freshman at Marion Military Institute. During his time there, he was named Outstanding Recruit of the Cycle, earned a direct promotion to Staff Sergeant, serve
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) applauded the election of Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-23) as Chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee (RPC) for the remainder of the 119th Congress. “It’s been an honor to serve as the House Republican Policy Committee Chairman,” said Rep. Hern. “I’m proud of the work we’ve done to move President Trump's America-First agenda forward, and I’m thankful for the trust placed in me to lead principled, conservative policy wins for the American people.” “I congratulate Congressman Obernolte on his election by the entire Republican
WASHINGTON—As part of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform’s investigation into curbing federal and state taxpayer fraud, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) held a hearing today on “Fraud Prevention: Understanding Fraud in Federally Funded Programs Run by the States.” During the hearing, Kentucky Auditor Allison Ball and State Financial Officers Foundation Chief Executive Officer and Kentucky native O.J. Oleka testified on their efforts to prevent fraud and safeguard taxpayer funds. Congressman Comer praised their commitment to fighting government waste, fraud, and abuse in stat
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator Ashley Moody today welcomed Florida National Guardsmen to her office in Washington D.C. The National Guardsmen are stationed in Washington, D.C. to fulfill President Trump’s order to improve public safety. Senator Moody thanked the guardsmen for their service and welcomed them to the nation’s capital. “It was an honor to welcome Florida National […] The post PHOTOS RELEASE: Senator Moody Welcomes Florida National Guardsmen to Nation’s Capital, Supports President’s Mission to Improve Public Safety appeared first on Senator Moody.
Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) announced that his legislation to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 825 Highway 198 in Beaumont, Mississippi, as the Jeremy Malone Post Office passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill honors the life and legacy of George County Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Malone, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on January 4, 2024, during a traffic stop in the Rocky Creek community. Deputy Malone dedicated 21 years to law enforcement across South Mississippi and was widely respected for his courage, professionalism, and commitment t
WASHINGTON – Today, House Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus Co-Chairs Rep. French Hill (AR-02) and Rep. Alma Adams (NC-12), along with Caucus members Rep. Richard McCormick (GA-06) and Rep. Shomari Figures (AL-02), introduced the HBCU Research Capacity Act. The legislation is the House companion to S. 4167, introduced by Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) on March 24, 2026. HBCUs are cornerstones of American higher education, producing a disproportionately large share of Black STEM graduates and playing an outsized role in building the nation'
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, April 14, 2026, U.S. Representative Warren Davidson (OH-08) released the following statement after introducing an amendment to H.R. 8035 to prohibit the federal government from purchasing Americans’ private information and data from third-party brokers. “Passing a clean Section 702 reauthorization without any reforms to protect the Fourth Amendment right to privacy would be a major disservice to the American people,” said Davidson. “We live in a digital age, and cell phones are now extensions of our homes; they store our personal conversations, location data, bank
During National Public Health Week, Rep. Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) joined Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) in Tyler for a meeting with East Texas health care providers, educators, and community leaders at the University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center. During the visit, Moran and Cornyn met with stakeholders from across the region to hear how the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program is helping hospitals, clinics, and providers modernize health systems to better meet the needs of their communities. They also toured the UT Tyler Health Science Center’s
Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) introduced the Tech Diplomacy Training Act (H.R. 8212) to ensure all Foreign Service officers receive training on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) concepts prior to being stationed abroad. “Training in STEM is paramount in our increasingly digital security landscape, especially as our adversaries pursue advances in artificial intelligence, surveillance technology, and next-generation communications infrastructure,” said Congressman Baird. “As diplomats, our Foreign Service officers need to have a background in science and technology. Ou
The office of Congressman Ron Estes (R-Kansas) announced the winners of this year's Congressional Art Competition Saturday, April 10, during a reception and awards program at Mark Arts in Wichita. Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives hosts a nationwide competition for talented high school students. Competitions take place in each congressional district with each winner having their artwork on display in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., for about one year, in addition to other prizes. Because of his support for young artists in the 4th Congressional District of Kansas, Congressman
WASHINGTON— House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) and Tom Schatz, president of Citizens Against Government Waste, published an op-ed in the Washington Examiner, highlighting how the Working Families Tax Cuts continue the Founding Fathers’ fight against over taxation and deliver real relief for working families. Select excerpts from Chairwoman McClain and Tom Schatz’s column are below. The full piece is available here. “When President Donald Trump signed the Working Families Tax Cuts into law on July 4, it was more than a legislative achievement. It was a recommitment to
HUGE NEWS: Congressman Fine is proud to announce that he has officially joined House Freedom Caucus which is the strongest group of conservative patriots in Congress. “I have found in my first year in Congress that there are two types of Republicans: those who want to save America and those who want to manage our decline politely. I came here to fight for conservative values and the House Freedom Caucus is unquestionably the group whose values were most in line with mine," said Congressman Fine. Congressman Fine looks forward to continuing the fight alongside his fellow House Freedom Cau
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) The Ingraham Angle with Laura Ingraham to discuss Operation Epic Fury. Click the video above to listen to the full discussion. Key Excerpts Below: Sen. Banks: “President Trump has been clear every step of the way. Iran can never have a nuclear weapon. I mean, that’s what these negotiations are all […]
‘Orban’s fawning servitude to authoritarians doesn’t reflect American values. But far more importantly, his government’s fealty to Moscow, its willingness to be a gateway into Europe for China’s predatory machinations, and its deepening ties with Iran run counter to America’s interests.’
WASHINGTON – Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) joined Meet the Press on NBC News to discuss his opposition to Cuba's communist dictatorship and the ongoing conflict in Iran. Watch the full interview here. "I believe there needs to be full-scale regime change in Cuba": "I believe there needs to be full-scale regime change in Cuba. What you just heard was a dictator who wants to have the same deal as the Castro brothers. That he wants to be able to rule Cuba with an iron fist and die in office. That's what it sounded [like] to me. I think what the American people need to understand is
WASHINGTON— U.S. Representatives Lisa McClain (R-MI-09) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI06) led the introduction of a bipartisan resolution honoring the University of Michigan men’s basketball team for their victory in the 2026 NCAA March Madness tournament. On Monday, April 6, the Michigan Wolverines defeated the University of Connecticut Huskies to claim their first NCAA basketball title since 1989. The final score was 69-63. "Michigan basketball gave our entire state something to celebrate. This team brought the University of Michigan community—alumni, students, and fans—together around a shared se
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) announced that communities across Southwest Michigan will receive federal funding from the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations legislation. Specifically, the communities of Battle Creek, Benton Harbor, Holland, Jenison, Kalamazoo, and Portage will receive federal funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through Community Development Block Grants (CDBG). CDBG provides annual grants on a formula basis to states, cities, and counties to develop viable urban communities by improving housing and providing a better living environment. Ad
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s comments regarding Pope Leo: “I condemn President Trump’s remarks about Pope Leo in the strongest possible terms. The Holy Father is the successor to Saint Peter, the shepherd of the Church, and a moral voice for more than 1.4 billion Catholics around the world. He is not a partisan figure, and the papacy is not an institution to be mocked, politicized, or diminished. To suggest that a Pope somehow owes his place to a politician is absurd. As a lifelong Catholic, these comments as an insult to the Chu
Bacon and Kaptur Introduce Bipartisan BLOCK PUTIN Act to Hold Hungarian Government Enablers of Russia Accountable Washington – On Thursday, April 9, Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02), member of the Congressional Hungarian Caucus, and Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Congressional Hungarian Caucus, introduced H.R. 8219, the bipartisan Barring Leverage and Obstruction that Contributes to Kremlin Profits Undermining Transatlantic Interests and NATO Act or the BLOCK PUTIN Act, which will hold senior Hungarian government officials accountable if they contin
MADISON, WV – Today, Senator Jim Justice released the following statement after presenting replacement medals to West Virginia veterans: “Our veterans are truly the greatest among us. They give so much and ask for so little in return. It was a real honor for me to present Specialist Lester Ferrell with his well-deserved replacement service medals and […]