It was a busy week, but I’m back to keep you in the loop on how I am fighting for our conservative values.
In breaking news on Friday, a federal appeals court panel ruled that some January 6 defendants had their sentences improperly lengthened by judges. The decision could force district court judges in Washington, D.C., to recalculate or even reduce sentences for J6'ers convicted of felony obstruction. This is a validation for many J6 defendants who received unequal application of the law because of their political beliefs. We welcome this judgement for reining in the prosecutors who abused the legal system to criminally punish those they politically disagree with.
Recently, Senator Klobuchar and I sent a letter to the U.S. Census Bureau Director urging the Bureau to address the reported undercount of students at Southwest Minnesota State University in the 2020 Census results. This undercount was a result of Minnesota State University’s shift to remote learning caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. While it may seem innocuous, this undercount could have significant implications for the community, as it may impact the federal resources and representation it receives. I will continue to work across the aisle to see this situation resolved and the City of Marshall fairly represented.
I'm honored to be recognized as a YMCA Congressional Champion for my work on the Investing in Rural America Act. Rural communities face unique challenges, including limited access to essential services like childcare and healthcare. I'm committed to addressing these issues and ensuring that all communities, regardless of size or location, have access to the resources they need to thrive. Thank you to the YMCA for this recognition, and I look forward to continuing our work together to support rural America.
