Hello Friend,

Welcome to my e-newsletter, the Ready Room. As a retired Naval Aviator, the Ready Room is special to me because it’s where fellow aviators meet to brief and debrief missions. This is my weekly briefing to you on my mission in Congress. Please follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for regular updates on how my team and I are working to serve you in Congress.

PROTECTING OUR COMMUNITIES FROM PREVENTABLE MIGRANT CRIME

America remembers the tragic death of Laken Riley, the 22-year-old nursing student from Georgia who was murdered by Jose Ibarra in 2024. Besides entering the country illegally, Ibarra was arrested several times and released before killing Riley. This evil act, like many other despicable crimes perpetrated by criminal illegal aliens, was preventable with proper border security.

To ensure a tragedy like this never happens again, I voted for H.R. 29, the Laken Riley Act. This commonsense bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to detain and deport illegal aliens who commit theft-related crimes. This was the first bill to pass the 119th Congress, underscoring our commitment to secure the border and put the safety of the American people first. Click here to learn more.

STANDING UP FOR ISRAEL

In November 2024, International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan had the audacity to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza. These charges are as offensive as they are hypocritical. Congress must stand resolutely with Israel and hold accountable those responsible for the court’s actions. That's why I voted for H.R. 23, the Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act, to impose sanctions on the ICC or any foreign actor that aids efforts to detain, arrest or prosecute protected persons of the U.S. and its allies, including Netanyahu and Gallant. Click here to learn more.

CONSTITUENT CORNER

Are you having issues with FEMA or another federal agency? Our office has been helping constituents get critical disaster assistance. In the 118th Congress, we helped return $8.9 million to constituents who were owed funds by federal agencies. If you need assistance with a pending case, click here to submit your request or call (863) 644-8215.

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

How many votes are currently cast by the electoral college?

A. 538
B. 435
C. 270
D. 535

Last Week's Question

What are the first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution called?

A. The Articles of Confederation
B. The Federalist Papers
C. The Bill of Rights - Correct answer
D. The Preamble

It's an honor and privilege to represent you in Congress. Please take a moment to fill out my latest constituent survey here. Your feedback helps me better represent you. For more information on constituent services, current legislation, and to sign up for my e-newsletter, please visit my website at franklin.house.gov. 

Best regards,

C. Scott Franklin
Member of Congress