Fellow Kansan, 

Thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. Sadly, the U.S. government has entered a second week of a shutdown as Washington Democrats try to force American taxpayers to pay for health care for illegal immigrants and authorize trillions of new dollars in federal spending. These demands are completely unreasonable, and everyday Americans are the ones who feel the impacts of their political games the most. My offices remain open and ready to assist until the government reopens.

If you would like more information on what I am working on this week, be sure to follow me on social media.

I do not serve in Congress to be a caretaker in the slow demise of America— I serve to fight and work to make it stronger. That’s what I am doing while believing our brightest days are yet to come. 

Yours in service, 

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Fighting to End Democrats' Government Shutdown

On September 19, House Republicans voted to keep the government open by passing a clean, non-partisan continuing resolution. Senate Republicans also voted to keep the government open, but the vast majority of Senate Democrats blocked this resolution, forcing federal funding to lapse and resulting in the government shutdown. Our seven-week CR that passed in the U.S. House of Representatives would allow the government to stay open at current funding levels while Congress finishes up the appropriations process.

Instead of working with Republicans, Democrat leadership, at the beck and call of far-left activists, demanded that Congress restore free health care for illegal immigrants paid for by American taxpayers, and add $1.5 trillion in new spending on a COVID-era health care policy issue completely unrelated to government funding. 

These political games put some of our most vulnerable and brave Americans at risk. Make no mistake—this shutdown is Washington Democrats’ to own.

Congressional Internship Opportunities

My first job on Capitol Hill was an internship with a Kansas congressman. Every year, I offer the same experience to students across the Big First. Working in Congress is a unique opportunity for students to learn about the impacts of public policy and the role congressional offices play in helping Kansans on a daily basis.

The application for spring internships in my office is open, and the deadline to apply is October 24, 2025. If you know a college student who would benefit from an internship in my office, encourage them to apply today.

Serving The Big First

As fall begins and Kansans settle into new routines, my offices in Washington, D.C., and across the Big First remain open and ready to help. Whether you’re planning a trip to our nation’s capital, need assistance with passports or a federal agency, or want to request an American flag flown over the Capitol, we have resources available.



We’re also proud to assist Kansas veterans with accessing benefits and resolving issues with the VA. You can find helpful information and request services anytime at mann.house.gov, or feel free to call one of my offices in Washington, Manhattan, or Dodge City. My team and I are here to serve you.

Visiting Washington, D.C.? Contact My Office

One of my favorite parts of representing the Big First District in Congress is hosting Kansans when they visit our nation’s capital. If you are planning a visit to Washington, D.C., please contact my office. My staff and I can help schedule tours of the White House, the U.S. Capitol, and answer any questions that you may have.

For more information or to schedule a tour, please visit my website and submit a tour request form, or call my Washington, D.C. office at (202) 225-2715. We look forward to seeing you!

Please note: White House tour requests must be requested at least one week in advance. Space is limited and a tour request does not guarantee a spot.

Manhattan Office

317 Houston Street

Suite A

Manhattan, KS 66502

Phone: (785) 370-7277

Dodge City Office

100 Military Avenue

Suite 203

Dodge City, KS 37801

Phone: (620) 682-7340

Washington, D.C. Office

344 Cannon HOB

Washington, D.C. 20515



Phone: (202) 225-2715

If I can do anything to help you, please reach out to my office.

Sincerely,