CBDCs: Government’s tool to control what you buy and own The Washington Times | Rep, Michael Cloud and Rep. Keith Self The currency would be the ultimate surveillance tool A Central Bank Digital Currency would be the ultimate tool of surveillance and control and is antithetical to the values of liberty and financial freedom. With […] The post EXCLUSIVE Op-ED: CBDCs: Government’s tool to control what you buy and own appeared first on Cloud.
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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo (both R-Idaho) today announced their support for the America the Beautiful Act to reauthorize the Legacy Restoration Fund (LRF) and strengthen Idaho’s public lands. “Public lands are central to who we are as Idahoans and our way of life,” said Risch. “Reauthorizing the Legacy Restoration Fund is a commonsense investment to […]
WASHINGTON – At a Senate Appropriations Committee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs hearing reviewing the President’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget request for military construction, Senator John Hoeven worked to accelerate construction […]
Every single dollar stolen by fraudsters from Medicare is a dollar ripped away from a vulnerable senior.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) this week joined Rep. Kim Schrier (WA-8) in introducing a resolution to recognize the mental health crisis facing America's agricultural producers and workforce. According to the National Rural Health Association, the suicide rate among farmers is 3.5 times higher than the general population. This bill would designate May 29th of this year as “Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day,” recognizing the unique pressures faced by farmers, ranchers, and farmworkers across the country and raising awareness about the resources available to t
U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) released the following statement following the unanimous passage of H.R. 6506, the Taxpayer Due Process Enhancement Act. This bipartisan legislation previously passed out of the Ways and Means committee in December. “Today, we are strengthening taxpayer rights and ensuring Americans have a clear path to challenge the IRS,” said Rep. Moran. “This legislation advances fairness and accountability in our tax system—guaranteeing no one loses their day in court over arbitrary deadlines or IRS overreach. By protecting taxpayer rights, extending filing win
Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Fostering the Future Act; a bipartisan piece of legislation focused on strengthening and modernizing the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood (Chafee) to improve outcomes for foster youth across America. Congressman LaHood Chairs the Ways and Means Work and Welfare Subcommittee, where he worked alongside First Lady Melania Trump, Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08), and his colleagues to usher this bill through the legislative process. "As Chairman of the Ways and Me
Under President Trump’s leadership and in recognition of the 250th anniversary of our great nation, the Salute to America 250 Task Force (“Task Force 250”) is executing an incredible lineup of events for you and your family. For a comprehensive list of signature Freedom 250 events, please click HERE. Resources for educators, students, and more: The White House and Freedom 250 have provided an educational video series, The Story of America, along with toolkits featuring patriotic programming suggestions, templates, and activities. Additionally, Freedom 250 has
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) introduced the Tulare Youth Recreation and Women’s History Enhancement Act alongside Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20). This bill authorizes the sale of two parcels of lands from Union Pacific Railroad to Tulare County in order to restore the City Skate Park and historic Tulare Women’s Club. “For years, the Tulare Skate Park and the historic Tulare Women’s Club have been important community spaces, but outdated ownership restrictions have prevented the City from making long-overdue improvements,” said Congressman Valadao. “These parcels wer
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) received the 2026 Champion of Science award from the Science Coalition. Congressman Wittman was jointly nominated for this honor by Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and Old Dominion University (ODU). The award recognizes his advocacy for scientific research over the course of his career. “I am honored to receive the Champion of Science award this year,” said Rep Wittman. “Before coming to Congress, I spent over 20 years working in public health for the Virginia Department o
Congressman Mark Alford (R-MO), Chairman of House Small Business Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Regulations, Congressman Roger Williams (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Small Business, Congressman James Comer (R-KY), Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and Congressman Tim Burchett (R-TN), Chairman of House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Oversight on Delivering on Government Efficiency, wrote a letter to Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler, requesting answers regarding alleged concealment of Paycheck Protection P
Infrastructure impacts every part of our community, and during National Infrastructure Week I’m highlighting some of our communities’ most urgent needs—clean water, reliable roads, and environmental stewardship.
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) announced that he received an update from the U.S. Department of Justice that $101,950,000 in compensation has been delivered directly to Missourians harmed by exposure to Manhattan Project nuclear waste. This milestone comes after Senator Hawley’s legislation, expanding the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) to include Missourians, was signed into law by President […] The post Hawley Applauds $100 Million Milestone for Missouri Radiation Survivors appeared first on Josh Hawley.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), and Congressman Michael McCaul (TX-10) introduced a resolution designating May 17 as Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) Awareness Day. DIPG is a rare and deadly form of pediatric cancer, with an average life expectancy after diagnosis of one year. This resolution promotes expanded research and […] The post Joyce, Colleagues Introduce Resolution to Promote DIPG Awareness appeared first on Dave Joyce.
“[A]s we celebrate Military Appreciation Month, Armed Forces Day, and Memorial Day, my prayers and gratitude are with the men and women of the United States military.”...
WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced Louisiana will receive $1,869,915 million in federal funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for disaster recovery efforts and repairs in south Louisiana communities impacted by Hurricanes Laura, Ida and Francine. “Hurricanes Laura, Ida and Francine are natural disasters that have deeply impacted communities across our state. This $1.9 million will help south Louisiana—including folks in Jefferson, St. John the Baptist and Calcasieu Parishes—rebuild and cover the costs o
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Max Miller (OH-07), alongside Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), introduced the Cable Security Fleet Expansion Act, legislation to strengthen America’s ability to protect and repair critical undersea communications infrastructure. Subsea fiber-optic cables carry approximately 99 percent of international internet traffic and facilitate nearly $10 trillion in financial transactions daily, making them essential to both […] The post Congressman Max Miller Introduces Cable Security Fleet Expansion Act appeared first on Max Miller.