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January 13, 2024
Weekly Columns

Since 2010, the United States has recognized January as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a designated observance designed to bring awareness to human trafficking and the victims impacted by it. 


January 6, 2024
Weekly Columns

Over the holidays, the crisis at the southern border continued to surge, sending thousands of illegal immigrants and deadly drugs into our communities. In December, we saw the most encounters at the U.S. border ever recorded in a single month - over 300,000.

Issues:AccountabilitySecurity

December 29, 2023
Weekly Columns

I was recently asked to summarize 2023 in one word; I had to take a moment to consider the complexities and challenges we faced this year. Initially, I said, “complicated,” but I recognize that because 2023 has not been a simple year, it’s difficult to sum it up in one word. Our nation experienced some trying times this year, but Americans remained resilient.


December 23, 2023
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The holiday season is often busy for most, and it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of Christmas parties, last-minute shopping, and travel arrangements. Amid the excitement, I hope you will join me to pause and reflect on our blessings in life, and all we have to be thankful for.


December 8, 2023
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In yet another attack on consumer rights, the Biden Administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed an aggressive de facto mandate for two-thirds of all new vehicles to be electric in less than ten years. This ban on the sale of gasoline-powered cars and the mandate for the sale of EVs is just another part of Biden’s radical Green New Deal agenda.

Issues:AccountabilityNatural ResourcesTransportation and Infrastructure

December 2, 2023
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Earlier this year, the Biden Administration waived sanctions to allow the transfer of $6 billion in Iranian financial assets in exchange for the release of five American hostages. The Administration claims the funds are used for “humanitarian” purposes.

Issues:AccountabilityForeign AffairsSecurity

November 24, 2023
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I hope you had a blessed Thanksgiving with family and friends. This great occasion marked the beginning of the holiday season.

Issues:AccountabilityJobs and Economic Growth

November 17, 2023
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As a leading state in poultry production, Arkansas plays a significant role in supplying the country with the signature dish of Thanksgiving – the turkey. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans consume more than 46 million turkeys each year on Thanksgiving, many of which are produced in the Natural State.


November 10, 2023
Weekly Columns

This Veterans Day, I hope you will join me in taking a moment to thank the veterans in our community who have dedicated their lives to service to our great nation. As global conflict persists, it is imperative that we continue to recognize the hard work and sacrifices made by servicemembers, veterans, and their families so we can live in freedom.

Issues:Veterans

November 3, 2023
Weekly Columns

The U.S. House of Representatives is back in business.

Issues:Natural Resources