Hello, Friends —

On Wednesday, House leadership brought yet another continuing resolution (CR) to the floor of the House of Representatives. I voted against this bad legislation, which funds the federal government at current levels through December 20, 2024, and passed 341-82.

This CR is particularly reckless because it sets Congress up for another manufactured shutdown crisis the week before Christmas, which increases the likelihood of another massive omnibus bill that appropriates money for every agency and increases deficit spending even further. Leadership will have the Christmas holiday as leverage to get unprincipled members to vote for anything so that they can get home to be with their families. We have seen this tactic used before by leadership from both sides of the aisle, and it always results in the American people left holding the bag.

Congress should not take one up or down vote to fund the entirety of the United States government. The crazy thing is that the House has proved that it can pass single-subject spending bills by passing five of the 12 appropriations bills earlier this year. However, we abandoned our efforts to pass the remaining seven bills, opting instead for this lazy, misguided CR. I will continue to demand that the House change the way it operates by returning to voting for single-subject spending bills.

To watch me speak on the Alec Lace Show to discuss my opposition to this most recent CR, click here.

REP. GAETZ ACCEPTS INVITATION FROM REP. AMI BERA TO BRIEF HOUSE INTEL COMMITTEE ON ASSASSINATION TEAMS TARGETING PRESIDENT TRUMP

On Thursday, I accepted Rep. Ami Bera’s invitation to brief his office and the House Intelligence Committee on where and how I learned about the five assassination teams currently targeting President Trump from within the U.S.

Immediately after I broke the news that five hit teams, including Iranians, were targeting President Trump, the Biden-Harris administration was forced to brief the Trump campaign about one of those threats. These threats are absolutely real and need to be taken seriously.

Nevertheless, Democratic lies persist, and Rep. Bera, who sits on the Intel Committee, called my stating of the facts “dangerous.” I think it’s more “dangerous” that House Intel members don’t know or don’t care what intel is out there about assassins targeting President Trump! 

To read my press release, click here.

STOP FUNDING THE WEAPONIZED JUSTICE DEPARTMENT

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During a Weaponization of the Federal Government Subcommittee hearing on Wednesday, I had the opportunity to question the Department of Justice (DOJ) Inspector General Michael Horowitz and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) whistleblower Marcus Allen about how the FBI has unlawfully persecuted and punished those who hold political views contrary to those held by the agency’s leadership. 

The DOJ and FBI are attacking whistleblowers, and what does Congress do? We write the check and underwrite the debt for the weaponization of the DOJ! Maybe the most recent continuing resolution should have included that the FBI Director and Attorney General will not get their paychecks until whistleblowers get their back pay.

REP. GAETZ APPEARS ON THE BENNY SHOW

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On Monday, I had the opportunity to speak with Benny Johnson on The Benny Show about ongoing foreign interference within our country. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I received a briefing from U.S. intelligence officials who confirmed that he and Tim Pool, the host of Timcast IRL, were unknowing targets of a Russian malign influence campaign. They weren’t involved or solicitous—they were victims of an election-interference effort. Those of us who get to see the actual intel and evidence need to come forward and say that Tim Pool and Benny Johnson have been unfairly smeared!

Moreover, it isn’t just Russia that is involving itself in our domestic affairs. Over the past week, I exposed five known teams hunting President Trump—one of which was Ukrainian. This foreign interference isn’t just affecting our media and elections but is now threatening the lives of our presidential candidates.

While on the show, I also discussed how Customs and Border Protection had the wherewithal to question the second would-be Trump assassin and put him on their radar, yet Homeland Security Investigations took no action when they learned about him. 

To watch me expose the Russian influence campaign against Benny Johnson and Tim Pool, click here. Additionally, to see me discuss Ukrainian assassins targeting President Trump, click here. Lastly, to watch me speak over the critical importance of sufficiently protecting President Trump, click here.

FIREBRAND EP. 173: AMERICA IN THE BALANCE

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On Tuesday’s episode of Firebrand, I discussed the latest news on the details behind the Trump assassination attempts and corruption in the defense industry. Additionally, we combed through the details of my most recent appearances in hearings for both the House Judiciary and House Armed Services Committees.

IRAN IS THE BIGGEST THREAT TO PRESIDENT TRUMP!

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On Tuesday night, I appeared on Greg Kelly Reports on Newsmax to discuss the threat posed by Iran against the life of President Trump. Of all the threats currently facing the President, the threat funded by the Iranian government is far and away the most resourced and worrisome. 

Why does Iran want to take out Trump? The answer is simple—they know that under a potential President Kamala Harris, they will be able to run roughshod over the world.

REP. GAETZ APPEARS ON ‘PART OF THE PROBLEM’ PODCAST

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On Thursday, I made an appearance on the Part of the Problem podcast with Dave Smith to discuss the details behind the five assassination teams currently targeting President Trump. Additionally, we spoke about the state of inflation overwhelming the American economy and the future impact this will have on our younger generations.

AROUND THE DISTRICT

UPCOMING SERVICE ACADEMY NOMINATIONS

One of the most important duties I have as your Congressman is to nominate students to various United States service academies. These include the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.

The students nominated represent the very best of our district and the entire country. This year, I will nominate up to ten individuals for each vacant academy slot allotted to our district. To request a military academy nomination from our office, please click here to complete the form. Submissions are due by Friday, October 11th, 2024 at 3pm CT.

I wish you the best as you pursue your goal of attending one of the U.S. service academies and serving our country. Please direct any further questions about the application process to my Director of Military Affairs, Austin Bury at [email protected].

For more information and frequently asked questions about academy nominations, click here.

THE CONGRESSIONAL APP CHALLENGE HAS BEGUN

The Congressional App Challenge is a public effort to encourage kids to learn how to code. Students compete to code original applications for the chance to be selected for recognition, win prizes, and have their work put on display in the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

Official registration for the 2024 Congressional App Challenge is now open! Students can register for the 2024 Congressional App Challenge and start coding their apps for 2024 using the link below. The competition deadline is October 24, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. CT.

1. Students must be in middle or high school by the time the competition ends on October 24, 2024
2. Students can participate in teams of up to four (and can submit multiple apps with a different “team lead”)
3. Apps can be coded on any platform, in any language, on any theme
4. Any apps created from November 1, 2023, to October 24, 2024, can be submitted

If you have any questions, please reach out to my district office at (850) 479-1183.

Click here to register for the Congressional App Challenge! Additionally, click here to see the 2023 winners.

STATE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES ONLINE PASSPORT RENEWAL SYSTEM

The Department of State’s Online Passport Renewal (OPR) system is now available to the American public 24/7! Millions of Americans can now renew their passports online at their convenience and from the comfort of their own homes. OPR is a secure and paperless process that makes it easier for Americans to renew their passports by eliminating the need to print a paper application, use a check, and physically mail their application.

The OPR system is available at Travel.State.Gov/renewonline.

TSA PRECHECK TO HOLD APPOINTMENTS AT PENSACOLA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Are you looking to speed up your TSA-screening time at the airport? Sign up to make an appointment to enroll in TSA PreCheck! This year, appointments will be held in the second-floor administration office of the Pensacola International Airport.

WHEN:

Monday, September 30th - Friday, October 4th
Open 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

To make an appointment, click here.  

GAETZ IN THE NEWS

Daily Signal — September 26, 2024

Weaponization Probes Vindicated FBI Whistleblower, Stalled Jan. 6 Report

“‘Such problems should have consequences, Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., said, arguing that Congress should use the appropriations process to force reforms in the FBI and Justice Department, its parent agency, including whistleblower protections. ‘The process was the punishment and it was the point,’ Gaetz said to Allen, the former FBI whistleblower.”

WEAR Pensacola — September 26, 2024

Congressman Gaetz assures funding support for Floridians after Helene

“‘We were able to work together in a bipartisan way in the Florida delegation to get President Biden to issue the national state of emergency that unlocks federal funding,’ Gaetz says. ‘And the office of management and budget does have the ability to move around some operations funds to ensure that the initial resources, particularly for debris removal, are achieved.’”

WHAT WE’RE READING

Fox News — September 25, 2024

Ryan Routh indicted by federal grand jury in Trump assassination attempt

The Independent — September 25, 2024

House speaker wants Ukrainian ambassador fired over Zelensky’s Pennsylvania trip