For far too long, the United States has been ripped off by countries across the globe — by allies and adversaries alike — with unfair trade practices.

These long-standing trade imbalances have led to offshoring manufacturing, undermined critical supply chains, and resulted in our defense-industrial base becoming dependent on foreign adversaries. Ultimately, the status quo trading system has failed our workforce, threatened our national security, and left small-town America behind.

After years of America being taken advantage of, President Trump is taking bold action to level the playing field.

In an effort to achieve both free and fair trade, President Trump announced new sweeping tariffs on more than sixty countries. The baseline is a 10% tariff on all imported goods, with some countries facing an additional reciprocal tariff. Specifically, each country’s tariff was calculated based on the U.S. trade deficit with that country, divided by the value of that country's exports to the U.S., and then cutting that figure in half. 

Notably, Canada and Mexico are not subjected to these new tariffs, as President Trump recently applied a 25% tariff on goods from these neighboring countries. Additionally, adversaries such as Russia and North Korea are exempt because we already sanction these countries, which prevents any meaningful trade.

I certainly understand concerns about this bold tactic given drops in the stock market and overall uncertainty surrounding potential economic impacts. Many have acknowledged there may be some short-term pain, but that the end result will be long-term gain. 

Tariffs are an incredibly powerful negotiating tool, one that President Trump has successfully used in the past to our benefit. In fact, the White House has confirmed nearly 70 countries are already coming to the table to negotiate.

Bottom line, President Trump’s tariffs offer a unique economic plan aimed at putting American workers and manufacturing first. Since returning to the White House, President Trump has already secured nearly $5 trillion in foreign investment and trade commitments. This latest effort is yet another way President Trump is reigniting our economy, restoring national and economic security, and bringing “Made in America” back.

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Last Week’s Results:

78% support defunding NPR and PBS.

On the new “From Combat to Congress,” I break down why a rule vote failed on the House floor after nine Republicans teamed up with Democrats in an effort to bring back unconstitutional proxy voting.

Click the video below for the full Washington update:

You may be pleased to know that I recently cosponsored several key pieces of legislation, including: 

• H.R. 1879, the No Tax Breaks for Sanctuary Cities Act: This commonsense legislation strips sanctuary cities of tax-exempt municipal bonds, therefore ensuring that liberal cities choosing to violate federal immigration law no longer receive preferential treatment under federal tax policy.
• H.Res. 270: This resolution seeks to remove James Boasberg, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, for failure to maintain the standard of good behavior required by the U.S. Constitution. As you may know, Judge Boasberg weaponized his power in an attempt to block the Trump Administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport dangerous illegal alien gang members. Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution gives Congress the authority to establish all federal courts inferior to the U.S. Supreme Court and establishes that judges may only hold their positions during good behavior. While I also cosponsored articles of impeachment against Boasberg, this effort provides another avenue to remove this activist judge from the bench.
• H.R. 1949, the Unlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act: This bill aims to slash red tape and remove burdensome energy export restrictions imposed by President Biden. Specifically, the legislation depoliticizes the export of American liquefied natural gas (LNG) by eliminating the requirement for the Department of Energy to authorize its export, instead giving the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission sole authority over the approval process.
• H.R. 1919, the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act: This critical legislation prevents unelected Washington bureaucrats from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) that would undermine Americans’ financial privacy.
• H.R. 2033, the Military Spouse Hiring Act: Military spouses often face high unemployment rates and career instability, largely due to frequent moves required by military service. This bipartisan bill seeks to address this issue by amending the tax code to incentivize businesses to hire military spouses. 

I look forward to working with my House Republican colleagues to advance these commonsense policies. Please don’t hesitate to contact my office if you have any comments or questions about my work for the Ninth District.

The Hall County Sheriff’s Office recently welcomed back four deputies from its Uniform Patrol Division who returned to the force after completing overseas military deployments. These men truly embody selflessness, displaying an honorable devotion to our safety here at home and abroad. I’m deeply appreciative of their commitment to protect and serve both our North Georgia community and our great nation.

Please join me in welcoming these courageous men home, as well as thanking them for their remarkable service.

Tax Day 2025

With Tax Day quickly approaching, I wanted to provide some helpful reminders and resources. As you know, the deadline to submit a tax return or an extension to file and pay owed taxes is Tuesday, April 15th, 2025. Taxpayers requesting an extension will have until Wednesday, October 15th, 2025, to file. 

Here are some tips to keep in mind when you are filing your tax return this year:

• Collect tax documents and records for accuracy to avoid missing a deduction or credit.
• Remember to report all types of income on your tax return.
• File electronically with a direct deposit to avoid delays in receiving a refund.
• Free resources are available to help eligible taxpayers file online.
• Carefully select a tax professional.
• Avoid phone delays by using online resources before calling the IRS.

To learn more about filing your taxes online for free, please visit the IRS website by clicking the button below. If you need assistance with the IRS, please don’t hesitate to contact my District Office by calling 470-768-6520.

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Budget Reconciliation, and More

Lawmakers are back in Washington to consider the following pieces of legislation:

• H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act: This critical legislation reinforces the fundamental principle that only U.S. citizens can vote in U.S. federal elections. Specifically, the SAVE Act would require proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration and instruct states to establish programs to remove non-citizens from existing voter rolls.
• H.R. 1526, the No Rogue Rulings Act: This bill helps combat judicial activism by limiting the power of district judges to impose nationwide injunctions. 
• S.J.Res. 28: Under the Congressional Review Act (CRA), this joint resolution of disapproval overturns a Bide-era rule regulating non-bank entities that complete 50 million or more digital consumer transactions per year, affecting those that provide fund transfer and digital wallet transactions through payment apps and other contactless payments. 

Additionally, the House is expected to consider the Senate’s budget resolution. As you know, both chambers must agree to a fiscal framework in order to move forward in the budget reconciliation process. Unfortunately, instead of simply adopting the House-passed budget blueprint, the Senate crafted a plan that provides different instructions for the House and Senate. For example, while the House aims to cut at least $1.5 trillion, the Senate’s framework sets a measly $4 billion floor in spending cuts. From other discrepancies to budget gimmicks, the Senate’s budget resolution is a non-starter. We need to be serious about delivering on President Trump’s America First agenda in a fiscally responsible manner, which is why I intend to oppose this budget blueprint in its current form.

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