DOGE continues to dominate conversation in Washington and nationwide. You’ve likely read or seen reports on their efforts. There’s been a slew of misinformation about DOGE. Watch the DOGE team personally discuss their efforts to cut our deficit in half while preserving critical services for Americans in their latest interview here or by clicking above. As predicted, their efforts have unearthed massive amounts of waste, fraud and abuse. To learn more about the work DOGE is doing, click here.

Last week in the House, we passed the DETERRENT Act to crack down on corrupt foreign influence in our colleges and universities — especially from the Chinese Communist Party. I also supported Congressional Review Act resolutions to roll back harmful Biden-era energy regulations that would raise costs for families and small businesses. I also introduced the Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act to hold federal agencies accountable and make sure your hard-earned tax dollars aren’t being wasted on union activities during official work hours.

Last week also marked my first hearing as Chairman of the Environment Subcommittee under the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee. I was pleased to lead an important discussion on how cutting-edge ocean technology is boosting national security and powering America's blue economy. Keep reading below for more updates:

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been infiltrating America’s classrooms, trying to buy influence and embed themselves in U.S. higher education. Through billions in undisclosed gifts and backdoor contracts riddled with stipulations and ‘strings,’ the CCP has used this as leverage to push propaganda on students and faculty, steal our intellectual property and indoctrinate the next generation of American leaders. Despite reporting requirements, lax federal laws have made it far too easy for institutions to prioritize financial gain over national security.

That's why I voted for the DETERRENT Act, to end this parasitic relationship between U.S. higher education and our adversaries. It strengthens transparency by forcing universities to disclose financial support from foreign regimes and blocks dangerous partnerships with entities tied to our enemies. Countering China and strengthening U.S. global strategic interests starts with rooting out CCP influence in our own backyard. We must stop the CCP and other foreign threats from corrupting our academic institutions or exploiting young minds to benefit their agenda. Click here to learn more.

It's an honor to represent you in Congress. For more information on constituent services, current legislation, and to sign up for my e-newsletter, please visit my website at franklin.house.gov. 

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