On Thursday, we participated in an important House Veteran Affairs hearing titled: “Correcting VA’s Violations of Veterans’ Due Process and Second Amendment Rights.” With South Carolina home to more than 340,000 veterans, our office knows the importance of protecting the rights of those who served our country. Our office also questioned whether the VA’s practices might discourage veterans—especially survivors of military sexual trauma—from seeking mental health care due to fears of losing their constitutional rights. We learned more about the challenges veterans face proving they are not dangerous, the lack of due process, and how these policies erode their trust in the VA. These problems must be addressed to protect the rights of those who served our country. Watch our line of questioning here or by clicking the video above.

You can watch more of our hearings on our official YouTube channel here.

We Reintroduced the Standing with Moms Act

Our office reintroduced the Standing with Moms Act, legislation designed to support women and families by creating Life.gov, a centralized online resource hub for expectant mothers. This website provides women with easy access to services from pregnancy care to postpartum support. The bill aims to provide a comprehensive network of resources—mental health counseling, child development alternatives, financial assistance, and more. Life.gov will help expecting mothers here in South Carolina and across the country. With the backing of organizations like the National Right to Life Committee, this bill ensures no mother faces her journey alone.

Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act Gets Senate Support

Our bill H.R.30, the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act has gained strong bipartisan support in the House and has advanced to the Senate under the leadership of Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN). The bill, with over 50 cosponsors, aims to protect American women by making sure illegal immigrants who commit sexual violence are swiftly removed from the country and barred from reentry. Read our press release on this Senate support here. You can also read Senator Marsha Blackburn's press release here.

Committee Assignments for the 119th Congress

House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

- Chair, Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation

- Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement

House Armed Services Committee

- Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces

- Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations

- Subcommittee on Military Personnel

House Veterans' Affairs Committee

- Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs

- Subcommittee on Technology Modernization

We are dedicated to advancing our national security, improving veterans' services, and ensuring government transparency and efficiency. These committee assignments allow us to continue championing the Lowcountry’s priorities on a federal level.

House Votes Yes on Senate Laken Riley Act,
Now It Goes to the Presidents Desk

On Wednesday, the House approved the Laken Riley Act with a vote of 263-156, a day after the Senate voted to approve it 64-35. This is a monumental win for protecting our towns and cities from illegal aliens. The Laken Riley Act is expected to be the first bill signed into law by President Donald Trump in his second term, following his focus on immigration through several executive orders since taking office on Monday. This legislation requires federal officials to detain illegal immigrants who have been charged with or convicted of theft-related crimes—such as burglary, larceny, or shoplifting—or accused of assaulting law enforcement officers. We cosponsored this bill and voted ‘Yes’ on it because protecting our streets and our women and children is one of our top priorities.

In The News

Legislating for the Lowcountry

H.R. 186 – Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act

Our Vote: YES

This bill allows the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to build a monument on the National Mall honoring Medal of Honor recipients for their acts of valor and sacrifice. This ensures the monument will be prominently located, increasing visibility and preserving their legacy for future generations.

H.R. 187 – MAPWaters Act of 2025

Our Vote: YES

This bill requires federal agencies to improve recreation data and maps for federal waters, including fishing and boating access. It will provide clearer information to outdoor enthusiasts, improving access and transparency about public waterways.

H.R. 165 – Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act

Our Vote: YES

This bill ensures the 40-acre Wounded Knee Massacre site remains in possession of the Oglala and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribes by placing it under restricted fee status. It protects the land for memorialization and cultural preservation for future generations.

S. 5 – Laken Riley Act

Our Vote: YES

This bill requires Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to detain illegal aliens charged with crimes like theft, assault, or murder until deportation. It makes sure the safety of communities by expediting the removal process for violent offenders.

H.R. 375 – Continued Rapid Ōhiʻa Death Response Act

Our Vote: YES

This bill supports efforts to combat Rapid Ōhiʻa Death, a fungal disease killing a keystone tree species in Hawaii. Protecting these trees is critical to preserving Hawaiian ecosystems, watersheds, and cultural traditions.

H.R. 471 – Fix Our Forests Act

Our Vote: YES

This bill addresses wildfire risks by improving forest management, updating wildfire response systems, and streamlining environmental reviews. It ensures safer communities, protects wildlife habitats, and reduces carbon emissions from wildfires.

H.R. 21 – Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act

Our Vote: YES

This bill requires medical professionals to provide life-saving care to infants born alive after attempted abortions. It ensures the protection of newborns while holding healthcare providers accountable for noncompliance.