Weekly Wrap-Up: New Congress, America First Leadership

Dear john,

This week in the House of Representatives, the 118th Congress kicked off in earnest. Republicans passed our first bills in the majority in more than four years. Though all of these bills will strengthen our country and economy, they were nearly universally opposed by Democrats.

My top focus in Congress is breaking the Swamp’s status quo to ensure the government works for the people – not the other way around. This is just the beginning of what our Republican Conference will accomplish this Congress.

The first order of business was undoing the Democrats’ $80 billion meant to fund an army of 87,000 IRS agents who will undoubtedly only audit and harass hardworking Americans. Every Democrat voted against this bill despite knowing that the bill will preserve upgrades to customer service and operations, while defunding the new IRS army. The last thing that hardworking Americans need are more meddling and ineffective bureaucrats.

TWEET: I voted to DEFUND the Democrat IRS army.

ACCOUNTABILITY IS COMING

In a huge win for the American people, the House officially established a Select Committee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government. This is something I've worked diligently on for months, and securing this investigative subcommittee was a crucial aspect of our successful efforts to reform the House and drain the Swamp last week.

I spoke on the House floor in support of forming this investigative subcommittee. Any bureaucrat who violates Americans’ Constitutional rights is on notice – we are coming for you, on behalf of the American people.

I spoke with Daniel Horowitz of Conservative Review about this committee’s importance and the fight to restore Constitutional governance in Washington.

LISTEN:

CR PODCAST WITH DANIEL HOROWITZ: Conservatives Now Have the Political Weapons. Will They Fire Them? | Guest: Rep. Dan Bishop | 1/11/23

On the same day, Republicans and Democrats voted together to form a Select Committee on China. The Chinese Communist Party is a grave threat worthy of increased Congressional attention, and this committee will treat that threat with the seriousness it deserves.

The House also passed legislation to prohibit the Biden Administration from exporting oil in our Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China. When Americans are struggling to afford gas, the last thing our country should be doing is shipping our oil to China.

TAKING A STAND FOR LIFE

I proudly cosponsored and voted for my colleague Mike Johnson’s resolution condemning the 78 attacks on pro-life pregnancy centers and 100+ attacks on churches since the Dobbs decision leaked.

TWEET: Dan Bishop Floor Remarks "These criminals must face justice."

We passed this resolution, as well as legislation to protect babies that are born alive during botched abortions. Every Republican voted for this legislation, while nearly every Democrat opposed. These votes show the true divide on the essential question of life that exists between Republicans and Democrats in Washington.

I was proud to support these common-sense bills. Our work is just beginning.

DAN BISHOP AND JD VANCE DEMAND UKRAINE FUNDING OVERSIGHT

As you may remember, a CBS report last year revealed that only 30% of U.S. aid has been reaching the front lines of the war against Russia.

Our nation has contributed more than $100 billion to Ukraine. Every American deserves to know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent, especially when that money is going overseas to fund a foreign war.

Senator JD Vance and I are demanding just that - a detailed report on the exact amount of security assistance and other aide provided to Ukraine since the war began in February 2022.

Senator Vance joined Tucker Carlson on Wednesday to discuss our effort – you can read more from Fox News.

READ: JD Vance tells Washington, 'I don't trust you,' demands White House release audit report on Ukraine spending

BIDEN DOCUMENTS: PRESIDENT STORED CLASSIFIED DOCUMENTS IN HIS GARAGE AND THINK TANK

This week, we learned that President Biden stored classified records from his time as VP in both his Delaware garage and DC think tank office.

The “Penn Biden Center for Diplomacy and Global Engagement” appears to have received millions of dollars in funding from China. A garage that Hunter Biden and Jay Leno had access to is hardly a secure place for classified documents.

Notably, the FBI didn’t raid Biden’s office and garage when the agency learned of these records. A dual standard of justice cannot stand. As this story unfolds, I’m focused on getting answers and securing accountability.

TWEET: Dan Bishop: "...it seems as if Biden's residences were only searched recently. Why the wait?"

NEW DISTRICT BOUNDARIES

Last week, I had the great honor of being sworn in to serve my 2nd full term as a United States Representative. It’s my great honor to continue to serve the people of the best state in the union in Congress.

You might notice some changes in North Carolina district boundaries in the 118th Congress. Due to the decennial redistricting process, I now represent North Carolina’s redrawn 8th Congressional district

To find out more about the new district, please visit our website here.

Our District

My team and I are ready to help with any issues you may have with a federal agency.

Now Hiring Spring Interns!

My office is now hiring Spring interns. All internships are paid and offer students the opportunity to gain valuable experience serving on Capitol Hill.

Interns will be asked to answer phones, conduct research for the Member and legislative staff, assist the communications team, attend hearings and briefings, and participate in educational opportunities.

Any interested applicants should email their resume to [email protected]

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