Dear Friend, In this week's roundup: Running into Iowans in D.C., recognizing 100 years of the U.S. Border Patrol, and the world's first clean sugar technology plant. 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!

RUNNING INTO AN IOWAN IN D.C. It was great to run into my friend, Bill Couser, when he was in Washington, D.C. the other week. Bill serves on my Agriculture Advisory Board, has provided invaluable insight during the Farm Bill process, and remains a strong advocate for Iowa cattle producers and homegrown biofuels.

RECOGNIZING 100 YEARS OF THE U.S. BORDER PATROL On May 28th, we recognized 100 years of the U.S. Border Patrol. Our border patrol agents deserve our deepest appreciation for their work to secure our nation's borders. I’ll always stand with our border patrol agents who put their lives on the line to defend our country and protect our families and communities from the drug cartels.

4TH DISTRICT FUN FACT: A SMALL-TOWN SYMPHONY! Today's fun fact comes to us from Cherokee, Iowa — the home of the Cherokee Symphony Orchestra! Founded in 1956, the Cherokee Symphony Orchestra has been referred to as "the best kept secret in Northwest Iowa!"

Cherokee Symphony Orchestra Brief History of the Cherokee Symphony Read more cherokeesymphony.org

ONE LAST THING: THE WORLD'S FIRST CLEAN SUGAR TECHNOLOGY FACILITY! On Wednesday morning, I was in Shenandoah to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the world’s first Clean Sugar Technology plant. This facility will allow us to convert Iowa corn into sugar that will go into everything from gummy bears and syrup to skittles and ketchup. This investment will create good jobs and grow our economy right here in Iowa!

MY WEEKLY COLUMN: AMERICAN FAMILIES DESERVE A SECURE BORDER AND SAFE COMMUNITIES By now, Iowans and Americans nationwide have seen with their own eyes the devastating crisis that President Biden has created at our southern border. Every day, illegal immigrants, drug traffickers, and terrorists are crossing our border in overwhelming numbers. This lawlessness and chaos are fueled exclusively by the Biden administration’s open-border policies. We must secure our border, finish the wall, and hold drug traffickers accountable for their horrific crimes. Read more in my weekly column below.

American families deserve a secure border and safe... By now, Iowans and Americans nationwide have seen with their own eyes the devastating crisis that President Biden has created at our southern border. Every day, illegal immigrants, drug traffickers, and terrorists are crossing our border in... Read more feenstra.house.gov

CLOSING POLL FOR THE DAY

Do you think that we should reauthorize the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act? Yes Select No Select Unsure/Indifferent Select

LAST WEEK'S POLL RESULTS: Do you support President Biden's release of one million barrels of gasoline from our reserves? Yes - 25% No - 68% Unsure/Indifferent - 7% 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

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