John,

I just finished questioning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth under oath about obeying federal courts or the Supreme Court about Marines in Los Angeles.

At first, he refused to commit.

Then, a negative headline forced him to clarify, saying, “We’re not here to defy the Supreme Court ruling.”

This is what standing up for democracy looks like. It’s pragmatic. It’s effective. It delivers results.

I don't accept a dime of money from PACs, lobbyists, or K Street. It's why I can be independent in Congress.