Hello, Friends —
As a declaration of allegiance to our country, Americans stand facing the American flag and recite 31 words that reflect the freedom and values it stands for. I am proud to have introduced an amendment in the House Judiciary Committee this week, requiring every meeting to begin with the Pledge of Allegiance. We are charged with protecting the American people's Constitutional rights, and the Pledge of Allegiance is a national symbol of pride and unity. My amendment also gives members the ability to invite inspirational constituents to share and lead in the Pledge of Allegiance. It was a great honor to have been able to invite a veteran from my district to offer the Pledge of Allegiance, and I am very pleased that my amendment passed by voice!
I am also proud to have cosponsored and voted "YES" on H. Con. Res. 9, Denouncing the Horrors of Socialism. The House of Representatives should categorically reject socialism, which is contrary to American values. As of 2017, nearly 940,000 residents in the state of Florida have escaped the horrors of socialist Cuba, and that number continues to grow. Socialism has failed in every country where it has been tried, and it will continue to fail. There is no place in the United States for authoritarian regimes, and I will continue to fight against it!
Additionally, I cosponsored H. J. Res. 7, Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020, which would end the COVID-19 national emergency. Across America, schools have reopened, mask mandates have been lifted, and the vast majority of workers have returned to the office. Even the President has said "the pandemic is over." It is time to end this never-ending power grab. I voted "YES" for this resolution, and I am glad it passed in the House of Representatives.
CONGRESSMAN GAETZ: ATF MUST BE ABOLISHED!
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In a Special Order Hour, I condemned the ATF's new rule that criminalizes pistol braces. The new rule is a brazen and unlawful attempt to usurp congressional authority. Nobody voted for the ATF — though I know many people who would vote against them if they could. The continued existence of the ATF is an assault on your right to bear arms, and I urge all to support my bill to eliminate the ATF once and for all.
WAR ROOM: GAETZ DISCUSSES CHINESE SPY BALLOON
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I joined Steve Bannon on War Room to discuss the discovery of a Chinese spy balloon, the debt ceiling fight, upcoming investigations in House committees, and Biden's State of the Union address.
By allowing a Chinese spy balloon to float over the country, the Biden administration has again demonstrated that it lacks the fortitude to deal with our adversaries. Our foreign policy is alarmingly weak, and politicians like Joe Biden and Antony Blinken are to blame. Hesitating to shoot down a balloon that may be capturing sensitive information about our ICBM facilities and transmitting it back to Beijing is a threat to our national security.
With Biden’s State of the Union next week, I believe that Biden will continue to show the American people that he is unfit to lead this country and prove that President Trump is the man for the job.
GAETZ ON MSNBC: SPEAKER'S CONCESSIONS ARE GREAT FOR AMERICA!
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I appeared on "The Beat with Ari Melber" on MSNBC to discuss the concessions the 20 Republicans secured during the battle for Speaker of the House, how Republicans plan to govern for the next two years, the events surrounding January 6th, and the mainstream media's misreporting of pardons.
Unsurprisingly, the Deep State has met its weekly quota of providing misleading and misinformed reports. From claims of a "secret document" at the end of the new House Rules to failing to acknowledge 14,000 hours of footage from January 6th, it is clear that they are attempting to weaponize a narrative to hinder my fight for transparency within our democracy. These dirty tactics motivate me to continue fighting for Northwest Floridians and the people of our great nation.
GAETZ DEFENDS NEWSMAX, OANN AGAINST CONTENT-BASED CENSORSHIP
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Earlier this week on the House floor, I voiced my concern over DirecTV's decision to remove conservative voices from their platform. A broad effort is underway to deplatform, demonize, and destroy those with the America First perspective. The House Judiciary Committee and the Department of Justice should investigate the censoring of outlets like Newsmax and One America News.
The marketplace of ideas must be open to ALL Americans! Fighting for your right to speak freely is my duty as your Congressman, and it is not a duty I take lightly.
BIG TECH IN THE CROSSHAIRS: REP. KEN BUCK JOINS FIREBRAND!
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On Episode 86 of Firebrand, I was joined by Congressman Ken Buck, where we specifically discussed how the 118th Congress can ensure the protection of conservative news and viewpoints in the digital space.
My constituents and people all across the nation demand a government that is not controlled by large corporations. Big Tech is undermining the values that Congressman Buck and I fight to preserve. Many of my colleagues view Big Tech's involvement in our democracy as a minor inconvenience. Rep. Buck and I feel that we are obligated to stand up to Big Tech and give the people what they deserve: a transparent government that provides results influenced by people, not money.
FIREBRAND: HUNTER BIDEN BEGS DOJ
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Yesterday on Firebrand, I reacted to news that Hunter Biden is calling on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to prosecute everyone who exposed the secrets of his laptop. I also speak out against the bird-killing wind farms that fake environmentalists advocate for.
The controversy surrounding Hunter Biden continues to grow as he pleads with the DOJ to investigate and indict the people who brought his scandal to light. It is impossible to overstate how corrupt the Biden family is when those who expose them are demonized.
The pristine beauty across America is one of the greatest things about our country. Moreover, the battle with Democrats to maintain the physical beauty of our country continues. Democrats advocate for policies, such as the Green New Deal, that consist of hypocritical plans to tear down trees and disrupt habitats in my district and across the country. By 2030, if the Biden administration's national target for wind energy is to make up 20% of our electrical portfolio; it would potentially result in the death of 1 million birds annually. The species of birds that reside in my district are not the only ones harmed. For example, wind expansion in California could result in the extinction of the Golden Eagle. We must develop green policies that protect our environment and wildlife, not kill it.
GAETZ IN THE NEWS
Florida Daily— February 3, 2023
On Capitol Hill, Greg Steube Brings Back 'Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act'
"U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-NC, who leads the U.S. House Education and the Workforce Committee, is backing the proposal. Foxx joined more than a dozen House Republicans, including U.S. Reps. Matt Gaetz and Dan Webster, as co-sponsors."
Fox News — February 2, 2023
Matt Gaetz urges colleagues to abolish the ATF before it stripes Americans of gun rights: 'Cannot be trusted'
"Rep. Matt Gaetz is calling on his colleagues to support a bill that would abolish the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), a law enforcement agency that operates under the Department of Justice, after its latest guidance that restricts the ownership of gun components. During a speech on the floor of the House chamber Wednesday, Gaetz, a Republican from Florida, said the bureau 'cannot be trusted' and that it was ultimately seeking to strip Americans of their Second Amendment right to privately own firearms."
New York Post— February 1, 2023
Second House GOPer moves to impeach DHS chief Alejandro Mayorkas
"Biggs’ resolution was co-sponsored by fellow Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.), Claudia Tenney (R-NY), and Fallon."
The Tennessee Star — January 30, 2023
Tennessee U.S. Rep. Mark Green and Florida U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz Speak at 917 Society Constitution Celebration at Mar-a-Lago
"'We believe in taxes that are low, regulations that are the right size, budgets that balance, respect for our military and our veterans and our and our first responders. We believe that the Bible and the Constitution were both divinely inspired,' Gaetz said as his opener that was all but completely drowned out by cheering and applause during an extended standing ovation."
WHAT WE'RE READING
Fox News — February 2, 2023
Groundhog Day 2023: Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, predicts 6 more weeks of winter
Breitbart— February 2, 2023
Russia Warns 'Absurd' Talk of Sending Warplanes to Ukraine Risks War Escalation
The Washington Times — February 1, 2023
Sinaloa, Jalisco cartels in Mexico are the greatest drug threat in U.S. history, DEA official says
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