Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update.

SPECIAL ALERT: President Donald J. Trump is coming back to Northeast Pennsylvania on Tuesday, December 9. President Trump has been a strong friend to our region, and I’m looking forward to welcoming him back to our area next week. Below is the official registration link to join this event at Mount Pocono.

All who are interested in attending must register in advance using the link below. After signing up, attendees will receive additional guidance directly from the White House.

If you would like to attend, please register at the link below.

I joined "Newsline" on Newsmax earlier today to discuss how President Trump, together with House Republicans, is unleashing American energy and delivering real affordability for Pennsylvania families. When America produces more of its own clean, reliable energy, costs come down across the economy, from manufacturing and transportation to everyday goods.

We also discussed how the country is working to recover from the Biden Administration's failed economic policies. In Washington, we remain focused on strengthening growth, lowering energy costs, and putting more money back in the pockets of the American people. Click here or below to watch my interview.

This week, I joined the "National Report" on Newsmax to discuss how Minnesota has been so badly mismanaged under Governor Tim Walz that more than $300 million meant to feed low-income children was funneled through the Feeding Our Future nonprofit — with some of it even funneled to terrorist groups in Somalia, according to the DOJ.

On a brighter note, I shared some good news from Washington: the House passed my bipartisan Investing in All of America Act, which expands access to capital for small businesses and supports the comeback of American manufacturing under President Trump.

Click here or below to watch.

Thank you to everyone who joined tonight’s telephone town hall on financial fraud and scams. Nearly 12,000 people from across the 9th District tuned in, many sharing firsthand experiences that show just how serious and widespread this problem has become.

I’m also grateful to Attorney General Dave Sunday and Troy Peters, President and CEO of Jonestown Bank and Trust, for offering their expertise and practical advice on how to fight back against these scammers.

If you missed the event, you can find key information, important phone numbers, and helpful guidance on my scam-prevention page at meuser.house.gov/scams.

Recently, my interview on "The Volpe Report" aired on Fox56. If you missed it, you can watch it below. We discussed the House-passed CR that brought an end to the 43-day Democrat-forced government shutdown, which was all pain, no gain for the American people.

We also covered what comes next as House Republicans and the Trump administration continue to work on making life more affordable and moving forward with meaningful healthcare reforms, so patients can access the reliable, affordable care they need and deserve. Click here or below to watch.

IN NEWS YOU WON’T HEAR IN THE MAINSTREAM MEDIA: Walz looked away while Somali fraudsters looted $1 billion in child food aid.

Tim Walz watched as more than $1 billion meant to feed Minnesota children was siphoned off in one of the largest fraud schemes in national history — and he did nothing to stop it. Click here to watch.

The fraud was carried out through a network of nonprofits, many operating within the Somali community, that claimed they were:

• Feeding tens of thousands of hungry children
• Providing services to the homeless
• Providing therapy for autistic Somali children

Instead, the money went to kickbacks, luxury purchases, overseas transfers — and to individuals allegedly tied to a terror organization.

Walz and Minnesota Democrats were warned. They knew the system was being abused. And they allowed it to continue because they feared political backlash more than they cared about protecting Minnesota children from losing critical resources.

The Trump Administration is working overtime to continue the important efforts to uncover waste, fraud, and abuse. Click here to watch a recent video released by Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins discussing rampant fraud in Medicaid and SNAP benefits. 

Ahead of the 2026 midterms, Democrats are dangerously clinging to the idea that putting illegals over the American people is somehow a "winning" strategy, but they are causing real families real pain.

Democrat-led cities are refusing to prosecute crime, and Main Street America is paying the price. When criminals face no real consequences, theft surges, small businesses are hit repeatedly, prices rise, and doors eventually close.

Meanwhile, Republicans are delivering real results for small businesses—199A, bonus depreciation, R&D expensing, no tax on tips, lower income taxes, and lower energy costs. But even with these wins for small businesses, they’re still at risk when lawlessness goes unchecked.

We must protect our small businesses, restore accountability, and Make Main Street Safe Again. Click here or below to watch me at a recent hearing of the House Committee on Small Business.

This week, H.R. 2066, the Investing in All of America Act of 2025, which I introduced with Rep. Hillary Scholten, passed the House.

This bipartisan legislation strengthens small businesses, fuels domestic manufacturing, and supports rural and underserved communities across Northeast Pennsylvania and the country. I’m pleased by the bipartisan support in the House and encourage my colleagues in the Senate to advance it so it can reach President Trump’s desk and be signed into law. Click here or below to watch my remarks.

At a recent Financial Services Committee Republicans hearing, I emphasized that under Joe Biden, cumulative inflation rose nearly 20%, driving up prices on everything from building materials to household essentials.

By contrast, over the last 10 months, inflation has increased just 2.4%, a far more stable environment for families looking to buy or build a home.

Housing is nearly 20% of our economy and a key driver of quality of life. Streamlining permitting, cutting red tape, and incentivizing private-sector investment will help deliver affordable starter homes for families across America. I’ll keep pressing for policies that bring prices down and make the American Dream attainable again. Click here or below to watch.

This week, I held two constituent appreciation Christmas events across the district in Pottsville and Dallas. It was great to see familiar faces, meet new ones, and reflect on the wins of the past year and our first year back under President Trump’s leadership.

Looking ahead to next year, I remain committed to delivering for the people of Pennsylvania’s Ninth District and building on this year’s momentum.

Wishing you and your families a Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season!

On Thursday evening, Team Meuser held its first of two annual Christmas parties in Pottsville. We had two great evenings, and many great friends, including our GOP gubernatorial candidate, State Treasurer Stacy Garrity, joined Shelley and me.

On Friday evening, Team Meuser held our annual Christmas Party at The Beaumont in Harveys Lake. 

(Pictured below with Wyoming County District Attorney Joe Peters, State Senator Lisa Baker and Bill Ruark)

(Pictured below with State Treasurer Stacy Garrity and our great friend Donna Cosmello)

(Shelley and I pictured below with Gene Peters, Senator Baker, Rep. Brenda Pugh, and DA Joe Peters)

December 7, 1941 – A Date That Lives in Infamy

Today, on the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we pause to honor the thousands of brave men and women whose lives were forever changed on that tragic Sunday morning. We remember the 2,403 Americans who were killed, the many who were wounded, and the families whose hearts were forever marked by sacrifice.

Pearl Harbor awakened a nation to stand in defense of freedom. It forged the courage, unity, and resolve that defined the Greatest Generation and secured liberty for generations to come.

We remember.

We honor.

We will never forget.

May we always live worthy of their sacrifice by defending freedom, serving our communities, and teaching future generations the true cost of liberty. 🇺🇸

I want to pass along this graphic that our good friend from Berks County, Barry Schlouch, forwarded to me.

We want to extend our congratulations to the Southern Columbia Tiger football team for securing their 15th PiAA state championship. That was also the 522nd win for Coach Jim Roth, the most wins of any coach in the state. Congratulations!

Finally, we again wish our Pennsylvania hunters continued luck for a good harvest this year. My son, Danny, already shot this nice 10-pointer. I have not put in the time, so I have not gotten my buck yet. I am hoping to get out this afternoon.

May God continue to bless our nation. I look forward to seeing you soon,