In this week's roundup: My op-ed on President Biden's attacks on rural America, my commitment to back the blue 100%, and my 36 County Tour. Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: My op-ed on President Biden's attacks on rural America, my commitment to back the blue 100%, and my 36 County Tour. That and more – remember to follow my Facebook page by clicking here and my Twitter page by clicking here to stay up-to-date throughout the week! PRESIDENT BIDEN'S RELENTLESS ATTACKS ON RURAL AMERICA From his costly WOTUS rule to his Green New Deal agenda, President Biden has consistently turned his back on rural America. Check out my op-ed about how President Biden's policies are hurting our rural communities. Biden's quiet attack on rural America smells just as bad ... Rural America is the backbone of the American economy. Our farmers feed and fuel our country, act as good stewards of our land, and have represented the American identity for generations. They value hard work, live within their means, and support ... Read more www.foxnews.com KEEPING OUR COMMITMENT TO AMERICA CELEBRATING THE CONNECTION OF HULL AND SIOUX CENTER TO THE LEWIS AND CLARK REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM  Clean, affordable drinking water is the lifeblood of our communities. I’m excited that — 33 years in the making — our families and small businesses in Hull and Sioux Center will finally be connected to the Lewis and Clark Regional Water System. MY VISIT TO ASSOCIATED MILK PRODUCERS INC. I wrapped up Tuesday’s 36 County Tour and Feenstra Agriculture Tour at an Associated Milk Producers Inc. facility in Sanborn. AMPI employs 1,000 people and encompasses 1,400 farm families, which market roughly 4.7 billion pounds of milk, resulting in $1.8 billion in sales every year. I WILL ALWAYS BACK THE BLUE 100%  Criminals who intentionally target and attack police and law enforcement officers must be punished to the fullest extent of the law. That's why I’m proud to support the Protect and Serve Act to defend those who put their lives on the line to protect our families and communities. Feenstra Helps Introduce Legislation to Punish Criminals ... Today, U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-Hull) cosponsored legislation - the Protect and Serve Act of 2023 - that would create federal penalties for criminals who intentionally target, harm, and attack law enforcement officers. "Criminals who... Read more kiow.com MY VISIT TO COOPERATIVE FARMERS ELEVATOR IN OCHEYEDAN On Tuesday, during my 36 County Tour and Feenstra Agriculture Tour, I met with leadership and employees at Cooperative Farmers Elevator in Ocheyedan. We had a productive discussion about our shared priorities for a strong Farm Bill that benefits Iowa. THE FEDERAL RESERVE HIKES INTEREST RATES TO THEIR HIGHEST LEVELS IN 16 YEARS President Biden approved trillions in wasteful spending, forcing the Fed to hike interest rates to their highest levels in 16 years. This will only increase costs for our businesses, prices for our families, and interest payments on our $32 trillion debt. Federal Reserve raises interest rates to 16-year high as ... The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it was raising its key federal funds rate to more than 5% - a 16-year high - as it continues its firefight against persistent inflation. In a statement announcing the hike - the 10th-consecutive one since... Read more www.nbcnews.com ONE MORE THING: CONGRATULATIONS TO CATHRYN HOUGE! Congratulations to Cathryn Houge of Estherville on winning this year's Congressional Art Competition! She did an outstanding job and I am proud to have her piece "Sunset on a Dream" represent Iowa's 4th District in the halls of Congress. MY WEEKLY COLUMN: PRESIDENT BIDEN'S NEW MORTGAGE RULE PUNISHES RESPONSIBLE HOMEOWNERS Americans who have responsibly saved to afford a down payment and buy a home should not be forced to foot the bill for somebody else’s mortgage. It’s unfair, costly, and wrong. That’s why I recently cosponsored the Free Market Mortgage Act of 2023 to repeal President Biden’s mortgage fee hike on responsible homeowners and end his weaponization of the executive branch to advance his socialist vision for America. Higher taxes, more fees, and bureaucratic red tape threaten the economic vitality of our country and the financial wellbeing of our families. The Biden Administration’s ridiculous mortgage rule will burden Americans with more bills while inflation continues to erode their budgets. Read more in my weekly column below! President Biden's unfair mortgage rule punishes... Buying a home is a significant investment. For most families, it's their most valuable asset. Our homes foster fond memories, bring families together, and have exemplified the American Dream for generations. However, thanks to the failed economic ... Read more feenstra.house.gov CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY Do you support President Biden's plan to increase mortgage payments? Yes Select No Select Unsure/Indifferent Select LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support ending wasteful government spending to reduce our national debt? Yes - 87% No - 10% Indifferent/Unsure - 3% If you have more thoughts on this week's question, feel free to leave your comments on my official website HERE. We are government together, and I am here to serve you. Your thoughts, concerns, and comments are very important to me. Always feel free to call (202) 225-4426 or visit my website at feenstra.house.gov. Sincerely, Rep. Randy Feenstra Member of Congress ‌ ‌ ‌ Rep Feenstra | 1440 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]