Weekly Wrap

April 1, 2022

This Week: At A Glance

Over the weekend, Rep. Young Kim (CA-40) spoke at a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing, where GOP lawmakers questioned the parameters regarding military defense of NATO countries. Click below to watch the hearing.

Monday, Sen. Joni Ernst (IA) spoke at a press conference about the Iran nuclear deal, saying, "I don't understand the President's foreign policy." Click below to hear Ernst's comments. 

Tuesday, Rep. Julia Letlow (LA-05) spoke on the House floor about a bill to create a COVID history program. Her husband, Luke, was elected to the seat but passed away from the virus before being sworn in. Click below to watch Letlow's powerful speech.

Wednesday, Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) spoke at a Small Business Committee hearing about how inflation and taxes under the Biden administration is killing growth for small businesses. Click below to watch the full video. 

"It’s time for Congress to emphasize fiscal responsibility and support our small businesses."

Thursday, Thursday, given the urgency to support our European allies, Rep. Stephanie Bice (OK-05) called on the U.S. to swiftly put in place mechanisms to combat Russia’s aggression — including leveraging America’s abundant natural gas resources. Click below to learn more.

In The News

Axios: Biden ordering massive release of oil in bid to curb gas prices.The historic release size underscores how much Russia's war is causing havoc in energy markets — and how the White House hopes to limit political fallout from high gas prices.

FOX News: GOP introduces border strategy bill as WH poised to end Trump border policy. FOX News Digital exclusively obtained the bill text and press release for the Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act introduced on Tuesday by GOP Reps. Young Kim of California and Michael Guest of Mississippi.

The Courier: Hinson announces campaign chairs in all 22 Counties in 2nd Congressional District. U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson has tapped campaign county chairs in all 22 counties in the new 2nd Congressional District, including retired U.S. Army Reserve Maj. Gen. Evan “Curly” Hultman in Black Hawk County. 

WJCL: South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace stepping in to help Hilton Head Island get a new bridge. Rep. Nancy Mace is now joining in on the conversation. On Thursday, she met with Hilton Head's mayor and town manager to discuss how the federal government could get involved and help with the project.

Little Village: Rep. Miller-Meeks’ primary challenger in the 1st Congressional District drops out of race.  The Republican primary in Iowa’s new 1st Congressional District ended before it started, as Bettendrof businessman Kyle Kuehl ended his candidacy on Tuesday, leaving incumbent Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks the only Republican running for the seat.

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