Senators Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff are delaying necessary relief from reaching our farmers in the name of getting free, taxpayer-funded health care for illegal immigrants.
I wish I were kidding.
When Hurricane Helene first hit our state, it caused some of the worst damage I’d ever seen, and I’ve lived here my whole life, through many hurricanes. To this day, I remain proud of the way our first responders, EMA employees, linemen, and residents statewide stepped up to protect our home in the aftermath of this terrible storm.
Even with that outpouring of support, however, our farmers, growers, foresters, and producers were still left in dire straits. It is estimated that Helene cost at least $5.5 billion in agricultural and timber damage, making it one of the most destructive storms in our state’s history.
What industry can survive $5.5 billion in losses overnight and remain profitable? The answer is few, if any. The impacts of this damage weren’t just felt in Georgia, either; the American farmer feeds the world, and the whole globe felt these losses.
If our farmers suffer, we all suffer, and we cannot allow that to happen.
That’s why from day one, I’ve been advocating for the federal government to send relief to our farmers, in the form of a block grant. Thankfully, President Trump and Secretary Rollins were able to get this done on behalf of Georgia farmers, releasing $531 million in funding with the intention of helping our state to rebuild and recover.
But, despite these funds being approved, farmers, growers, foresters, and producers have yet to receive a dime. Why? Because Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock decided that joining Chuck Schumer in shutting down the government to get health care benefits for illegal immigrants was more important than helping our agricultural economy.
It's despicable and Georgians see right through it.
This isn’t the only way our farmers are impacted by the shutdown, either. The Farm Service Agency has paused new farm and commodity loans, cutting off a critical lifeline for family farms at a crucial point in the harvest season. If the shutdown continues, states—including Georgia—may also run out of funds needed to conduct meat and poultry inspections under cooperative agreements with the agency, potentially disrupting food safety oversight and processing operations.
I just have one question for our spineless senators: Is it worth it?
Because Georgians know the answer to that question, and it is a resounding no.
I sent a letter to our senators demanding that they stop the political games and reopen the government so we can start putting American farmers first again. But letters aren’t enough; we need action, and the people with the power to do something – Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock – are sitting on their hands.
They’re willing to abandon Georgians to appease their daddy, Chuck Schumer. It’s time for the betrayal to stop and the legislating – which they were elected to do – to begin. |
On this week's edition of Buddy's Briefing, we discuss President Donald Trump and how Peace Through Strength has shaped the world.
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Monday, October 6, 2025: On Saturday of this past weekend, I was in Athens in Clarke County for the annual homecoming tailgate for the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, where I celebrated my 45th reunion. It’s hard to believe I graduated from the College of Pharmacy in 1980. I don’t think I could have chosen a greater profession than pharmacy. It has truly been a blessing to me. Although I didn’t get to stay and watch the Dawgs beat Kentucky, it was great being back at my alma mater. While at the tailgate, I joined in on a GOP Conference call led by Speaker Mike Johnson as we discussed the government shutdown and the predicted schedule for next week. Afterwards, I headed to Lafayette in Walker County in Northwest Georgia and, during the drive, I have a phone conference with Secretary of State Mario Rubio, House Speaker Mike Johnson and Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-MO), to get the latest information on the proposed peace treaty between Israel and Hamas. Once in Lafayette, I was honored to speak at the annual Patriot Campout before I headed to Waleska in Cherokee County for the annual Boots, Bales & BBQ event hosted by my good friend and Congressional colleague Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA). Barry and I both entered the Georgia State Legislature in 2005 and served together for ten years before entering Congress together in 2015. Afterwards, I head to the Atlanta airport to fly to Washington and during the drive have a conference call with our communications staff. On Sunday morning, I was on a panel on CNN along with my congressional colleague and good friend, Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI), and others as we discussed the government shutdown. I’m back in the First District this morning and at Richmond Hill Elementary School in South Bryan County, as I have the opportunity to read to a group of nearly 100 pre-school students as a part of Literacy Month. We are blessed in the First District to have great school systems, and Richmond Hill is a great example of one. Afterwards, I meet with a couple of constituents from the Richmond Hill area before heading to Savannah, where I meet with a constituent to discuss broadband issues. Next, I head to Ellabell in North Bryan County for a visit with CZM USA, a company that designs and manufactures heavy-duty foundation drilling equipment for large construction and infrastructure projects. Then I head to Glenvue Nursing Home in Glennville in Tattnall County, where I am honored to speak to the residents and bring them up to date on health care issues in Washington. Staying in Tattnall County, I head to Lyons, where I meet with a group of constituents, including my good friends Tommie and Stephanie Williams. Tommie and I served in the Georgia State Senate together when he was President Pro Temp of the State Senate. Rep. Carter attends Boots, Bales, & BBQ Tuesday, October 7, 2025: I’m headed to Savannah in Chatham County this morning and, during the drive, I join in on our all staff conference call. Once at the studios of WTOC-TV, I have a pre-taped interview to discuss the federal government shutdown and other news of the day. Afterwards, I head to Hinesville in Liberty County, where I am honored to be the keynote speaker at the Hinesville Rotary Club and bring them up to date on what’s happening in Washington. Next, I have a phone interview with the Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC) to discuss the government shutdown before having a series of conference calls with staff to discuss our work during the shutdown. Once back on St. Simons Island in Glynn County, I attend the Brunswick Kiwanis Clubs annual induction of officer’s banquet. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. Rep. Carter attends Great Georgia National Fair Wednesday, October 8, 2025: I’m up early this morning and on Jekyll Island in Glynn County, where I visit the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) at their annual leadership conference. Afterwards, I have a radio interview with Sirius XM POTUS to discuss the federal government shutdown and news of the day before heading to Douglas in Coffee County, where I visit Renown Trailers. Led by inspirational CEO Lane Morgan, Renown Trailers’ mission is to “glorify God” through business practices. Afterwards, I speak virtually to the Coalition of State Rheumatology Organizations (CSRO) before heading to Tifton in Tift County in Southwest Georgia, where I stop by the Tifton Gazette for an interview. Next, I head to the Tifton City Hall, where I have a virtual call with two constituents, and afterwards head to Perry in Houston County, where I visit with my good friend and former State Senate colleague, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, at the Georgia State Fair held at the Georgia National Fair Grounds. Rep. Carter with Ag Commissioner Tyler Harper Thursday, October 9, 2025: I’m up early and in Loganville in Walton County, east of metro Atlanta, where I attend the Loganville Rotary Club breakfast this morning. Afterwards, I head to Canton in Cherokee County, north of metro Atlanta, where I join the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce for their networking power hour. Next, I head to the North Atlanta Rotary Club, where I join them for their weekly meeting at the 57th Fighter Group Restaurant. Afterwards, I join in on a conference call with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), where we discuss the current status of the shutdown, before I have a virtual call with the Susan B. Anthony Pro Life America group. Next, I have a pre-taped interview with Allen Jackson Now on the Trinity Broadcasting Network to discuss the shutdown before meeting with two healthcare professionals to discuss a Personal Lifesaving Apparatus (PLA) initiative. My final stop of a very busy day is in Calhoun in Gordon County in Northwest Georgia, as I am honored to speak to the Gordon County GOP. Rep. Carter at UGA Pharmacy Tailgate Friday, October 10, 2025: I’m on the radio this morning and join Lisa Rayam with WABE’s “Morning Edition” as we discuss news of the day. Afterwards, I have a conference call with our Chief of Staff and District Director before heading to the airport for my return flight home. Once back home, I head to our Brunswick district office, where I record this week’s edition of Buddy’s Briefing before heading to Jekyll Island in Glynn County, where I am honored to speak to the Georgia Federation of Republican Women (GFRW) at their annual convention. Later, I have a live interview with Newsmax to discuss the resolution I introduced today to ask for a sense of Congress that President Donald J. Trump deserves a Nobel Peace Prize.
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The first women’s college is Wesleyan College, located in Macon, Georgia. It was founded in 1836 as the Georgia Female College and was the first institution of higher learning chartered to grant degrees to women. Wesleyan did not become coeducational until 1970. |
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