1. Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Hearing. 
2. FAFSA.
3. Diwali Night on Capitol Hill.
4. Weekly Roundup. 
5. My Contact Information. 

This week, as Chairman of the Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs, I held a joint hearing alongside the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity Chairwoman, Nancy Mace (R-SC), on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). The hearing highlighted the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Intelligence Community’s lack of transparency regarding UAPs, including undisclosed spending on UAP-related programs and the national security risks posed by UAP encounters at U.S. military installations. Members emphasized the need for greater accountability from the DoD to provide Congress and the American people with critical information.

During the hearing, it was revealed that the DoD has continued to withhold critical information about the existence and effectiveness of UAP-related programs. One of the witnesses, Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet, USN, Ret., underscored the urgency of transparency, stating: “There is a national security need for more UAP transparency as well. In 2025, the U.S. will spend over $900 billion on national defense, yet we still have an incomplete understanding of what is in our airspace… the failure of the Executive Branch to share UAP information with Congress is an infringement on the legislative branch that undermines separation powers and may be creating a constitutional crisis.”

Congress and the American people have fundamental questions about UAPs, especially regarding incursions near sensitive military installations. Increased transparency and disclosure are essential to enhance security and provide much-needed information. I am deeply alarmed by reports of the massive drone swarm that flew over Langley Air Force Base in Virginia last December. Langley is home to the 1st Fighter Wing, which maintains half of the F-22s in the U.S. Air Force inventory. These drones, reportedly 20 feet long, flew at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour and at an altitude of roughly 3,000 feet. Yet, the origin of these drones and their operators remains a mystery.

This incident, along with other sightings near sensitive military installations, underscores the complexity of the UAP challenge facing our intelligence, defense, and homeland security communities. Greater transparency is not just about information sharing—it is a matter of protecting our national security and ensuring the safety of military assets and personnel.

This past year, the Biden Administration's mishandling of the new and “simplified” FAFSA application process resulted in heavy delays for students and families. These missteps have severe repercussions, particularly for students in WI-06, who rely on financial aid to pursue their education.

Rather than prioritizing its core responsibilities, which include providing a fair and simple FAFSA process, the administration, instead, diverted time, energy, and resources toward its illegal student loan forgiveness scheme. Ironically, the Department of Education claimed that its student loan proposals would alleviate the 'anxiety' of affording college, which I’m sure many students would disagree with, given their inability to receive their aid packages.

On Friday, the House took action by passing H.R. 8932, the FAFSA Deadline Act. This bill ensures students and families have ample time to make informed decisions about their postsecondary education options, by requiring the Department of Education to make the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form available to students each year on October 1.

Students in the 2025-2026 school year deserve a reliable FAFSA process. The Department of Education's top priority should center around rectifying the lingering effects of the botched rollout and preventing similar issues in the future. The Department of Education must be held accountable, which I am pleased this bill accomplishes.

With the FAFSA Deadline Act, students will be a priority! 

Diwali Night on Capitol Hill is a vibrant celebration of light, culture, and community. It was an honor to be invited to speak at the event. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most vibrant and meaningful festivals in the Hindu calendar,
and is celebrated by over a billion people around the world. This festival symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, illuminating our lives with messages of faith, hope, family and community. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and joy, celebrated not only by Hindus but also by Jains, Buddhists, and Sikhs.

On Wednesday night, members of Congress, staff, and locals to the D.C. area came together to celebrate with traditional rituals and music to share the joy of the occasion. It was a fantastic evening and I am grateful for being a part of this wonderful cultural holiday.

Since 1775, the United States Marine Corps has stood as a relentless force of courage, resilience, and leadership. On Sunday, we honored the Marines who have forged a safer, stronger, and more secure nation, remembering those who gave their lives in defense of our freedom.

Honored to have spoken at Brandon Elementary School’s Veterans Day Program on Monday. It was a privilege to share the importance of remembering and honoring our veterans, and to see the next generation so engaged in learning about the sacrifices made for our freedom. Thank you to all the brave men and women in our armed forces for the sacrifices they have made to protect our nation's freedom.

I had the honor to give Claire Hutter a Special Congressional Award for turning 100. Big accomplishment!

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