As we commemorate Veterans Day, please join me in honoring the dedication and valor of the men and women who serve and have served in the United States Armed Forces. 

Today, we not only remember their honorable service but also reinforce our commitment to the promises our nation has made to them. This day is more than a moment of thanks; it's a renewed pledge to support our veterans in every way possible.

Those who answer the call to serve represent the best of America and are devoted to safeguarding the American ideals we hold dear.

On this Veterans Day, let's express our profound gratitude not just with words but with meaningful action to ensure our veterans receive the support and respect they deserve. 

Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to all veterans. Your unyielding spirit is an inspiration to all.

May God bless our veterans, their families, and the enduring strength of our great nation, the United States of America.

During Karine Jean-Pierre’s tenure as Press Secretary, she has repeatedly lied to the American people, acted condescendingly towards reporters, and violated the Hatch Act. Just to name a few of her lies, she has claimed that:



• Illegal Immigration is down 90% under the Biden Administration
• Nobody is “just walking in” across the Southern Border
• The 2016 Election was stolen
• Governor Brian Kemp stole the 2018 Governor race from Stacey Abrams
• Biden’s stimulus bill did not impact inflation
• Critical Race Theory isn’t being taught in schools
• Nobody has done more than Biden to secure the border

Not only is Karine Jean-Pierre a LIAR, but an ELECTION DENIER. That's why I introduced an amendment to invoke the Holman Rule.

It is time her salary is reduced to $1 for her LIES to the American people.

 Hamas Leaders Sheltered in Qatar MUST be Extradited 

In this time of peril and distress in the Middle East, Qatar and the United States must work together to combat terrorism and hold those responsible for terrorism accountable. This week, I sent a letter to Sheikh Tamim thanking him for Qatar's continued partnership and calling for him to extradite the leaders of Hamas and other terrorist organizations being harbored in Qatar. Much like how we worked together to combat al-Qaeda and ISIS, our countries must strengthen our ties and work together to combat the terrorist organizations threatening global stability.

Exposing Biden's Corrupt Climate Scheme

It will come as no surprise that there is deep corruption in the Biden Administration. Their latest scheme is to force all major federal government contractors to use a foreign company, that is a subsidiary of a left-wing dark money organization, as the sole-source provider for all “climate target validating.” By forcing companies to contract with SBTi, the subsidiary of this left-wing dark money web, the Biden administration is de facto forcing companies to contribute to this dark money network to support the radical left’s agenda.  

That's why I introduced an amendment prohibiting funding to finalize, implement, or enforce the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council’s proposed “Federal Acquisition Regulation: Disclosure of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Climate-Related Financial Risk” rule to put an end to this corrupt scheme.

Transparency in Congress and a well-informed electorate are vital to preserving our self-governing Constitutional Republic. My constituents deserve to know how their members of Congress vote, which is why I have explained every vote I have cast in Congress since I was first elected. 

To read more about my votes and see the full list with explanations of all the legislation considered this week by the House, please click here.

I voted “Yes” on H.R. 1607 To clarify jurisdiction with respect to certain Bureau of Reclamation pumped storage development and for other purposes. The bill will transfer 17,000 acres of land in Arizona from the National Forest System to the Bureau of Reclamation for use in the development of hydroelectric and power transmission infrastructure. This bill will allow for the continuation and expansion of the Salt River Project and its aim to provide reliable water and electricity to the nearby area. This bill passed the House by a vote of 384-1.

I voted “Yes” on H.R. 359, the Fort San Gerónimo Preservation Act. Fort San Gerónimo del Boquerón is a small, two-level stone fort located at the easternmost point of the islet of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Today, Fort San Gerónimo is owned and managed by the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture, a government agency in Puerto Rico. The site is the oldest and largest surviving Spanish-era fortification on the Island and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Preserving historical landmarks is of the utmost importance, and designating Fort San Gerónimo de Boquerón as part of the National Park System ensures this piece of history remains protected for years to come. This bill passed the House by a vote of 359-24.

I voted “Yes” on H.Res. 845, Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib, for promoting false narratives regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and for calling for the destruction of the state of Israel. This resolution censures Representative Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) for supporting the Hamas attack on Israel, making numerous anti-Semitic comments, and calling for the destruction of the state of Israel. Representative Tlaib has a long history of anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist comments, as well as engaging in blood libel against the Jewish people. She has had a multitude of opportunities to apologize for her comments but has refused to do so. Her horrific comments and continued anti-Semitism warrant this condemnation from the full House. This resolution passed the House by a vote of 234-188, with four members voting present. 

Worth Fighting For — Defunding Biden's Ballot Harvesting Executive Order

Voting is one of our most sacred rights as Americans, and any efforts to federalize our elections and empower shady third-party organizations to meddle in the election process must be stopped.

That's why I introduced the Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act to prevent federal funds from being used to execute Executive Order (E.O) 14019, titled “Promoting Access to Voting.” My bill would prohibit federal agencies from entering into agreements with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to conduct voter registration or voter mobilization activities or from using federal funds to carry out such activities.

We must prevent President Biden from turning federal agencies into partisan voting operations for Democrats.

Read more about my efforts to secure our elections here.

Honoring a WWI Veteran from our Community

Thank you to the family of Medal of Honor recipient, Private First Class Frank Gaffney, and Niagara County officials for creating a display to honor Frank Gaffney and preserve all of his medals, including the Medal of Honor that he received during his service in World War I. 

My team attended this moving ceremony and presented the family with a Congressional Record citation. Private First-Class Gaffney's medals will be permanently on display at the Niagara County Courthouse.

Remembering Coach Stephen Jackowski

South Jefferson Central School felt a huge loss this past week. Coach Stephen Jackowski passed away at the age of 89. Stephen, during his time as a physical education teacher in the South Jefferson School District, ran one of the best wrestling programs in the state for 23 years; before this, he served as a member of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Stephen was a very active member of the community, being a part of the Watertown Wrestling Officials and the Ontario Wrestling League, as well as donating numerous hours to coaching Section 3 wrestlers, leading many to sectional wins. My condolences go out to the Jackowski family and the South Jefferson School District. 

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