Last night, alarming news broke that 30 FBI agents raided President Donald Trump’s home at Mar-a-Lago. Biden has dangerously weaponized the Department of Justice to pursue, intimidate, and silence his political opponents – a tyrannical tactic typically reserved for third-world countries. Mark my words, this political persecution, corruption, and abuse of power will not go unchecked. When Republicans take back the gavel, we will thoroughly investigate this matter and hold all individuals involved in this witch hunt – including Attorney General Merrick Garland and FBI Director Christopher Wray – accountable to the fullest extent of the law.

Last month, a deranged individual opened fire in a crowded mall in Greenwood, Indiana. Within just 15 seconds, 22-year-old Elisjsha “Eli” Dicken neutralized the shooter from 40 yards away – an impressive display of bravery that saved countless lives. Notably, Eli lawfully engaged with the intruder due to Indiana’s constitutional carry statute, which protected his right to carry his 9mm pistol – ultimately allowing Eli to put a stop to the shooter’s evil actions. I’m proud that our great state recently signed the Georgia Constitutional Carry Act into law, safeguarding Georgians’ Second Amendment rights and increasing safety in our communities. 

As an unapologetic supporter of the Second Amendment, I joined Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s (R-CO) resolution to honor Elisjsha for his courageous actions. While liberal lawmakers in Washington dangerously attempt to disarm our great nation, heroes like Eli prove an armed America is a safe – and free – America. I’m honored to recognize Eli for his bravery, and I’m proud to see well-trained, law-abiding gun owners deter criminals and protect their fellow citizens. 

Despite warranted backlash and scientific data, the Biden Administration continues to mandate our men and women in uniform to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, while forcing those who refuse the jab out of service. In addition to blatantly ignoring mixed long-term studies and waning efficacy, mandating the vaccine also threatens our national security. As adversaries across the globe are emboldened by President Biden’s weakness, the COVID-19 vaccine mandate is one of the many reasons our military is struggling to reach recruitment and retention goals.

There’s ultimately no scientific reason or matter of national security that justifies the Biden Administration’s absurd vaccine mandate, which is why I joined 20 of my Republican colleagues, led by Representatives Greg Murphy (R-NC) and Richard Hudson (R-NC), in sending a letter to President Biden demanding that he withdrawal the COVID-19 vaccine mandate on our service members. As both a veteran and staunch defender of the Constitution, I’m proud to support initiatives that prioritize the health and wellbeing of our men and women in uniform above the pride of corrupt bureaucrats like Dr. Anthony Fauci. Simply put, we must put an end to the Biden Administration’s unconstitutional and unscientific medical tyranny that jeopardizes our military preparedness. 

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As crippling inflation presents challenges to back-to-school shopping for Northeast Georgians, the Flowery Branch Police Department happily helped local families receive essential supplies ahead of the upcoming school year. Continuing a nearly 10-year-old tradition, officers distributed free school supplies to Hall County families at the Flowery Branch Back-to-School Block Party. From pencils and paper to headphones and backpacks, hundreds of items were provided to help families in need – ensuring students are equipped with beneficial resources to have a successful year. I’m proud that Flowery Branch police officers assisted their local community during this economically difficult time, and I wish all students in the Ninth the very best as they return to their classrooms in the days and weeks ahead. 

Lawmakers will return to Washington later this week to debate and vote on Democrats’ irresponsible $740 billion Green New Deal welfare reconciliation package. This reckless legislation prioritizes liberal pet projects, burdensome tax hikes, and senseless spending over helping Americans suffering under a troubling recession and skyrocketing inflation. Rest assured, I will continue to fight for Northeast Georgians by voting against the Democrats’ disastrous bill, and I remain dedicated to getting our economy back on track. For regular updates on the week ahead, please follow along on  Facebook, Instagram, Gettr, and Twitter.