Ross Calls on DHS, ICE to Abandon Plans for Eastern NC Immigration Detention

Raleigh, N.C. – Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) demanded that the Trump administration abandon its reported plans to open an immigration detention facility in Hertford County, North Carolina by the end of the year. In a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Congresswoman Ross urged the agencies to abandon the proposal, citing the facility's troubling history, the burden it would place on local communities, and the administration’s documented record of mistreating detainees.

The proposed detention center would be located at the former Rivers Correctional Institution in Winton, a privately operated prison previously managed by The GEO Group. During its years of operation, the facility faced repeated complaints regarding inadequate staffing, poor medical care, unsafe conditions, and other serious deficiencies.

Congresswoman Ross warned that reopening the facility comes amid a pattern of troubling conduct by federal immigration authorities:

"Reopening the facility under The GEO Group’s ownership as an ICE detention center raises legitimate concerns that the same poor conditions could persist. I am especially concerned given your agencies’ recent practices of detaining and mistreating legal residents and even U.S. citizens,” she wrote.

In the letter Congresswoman Ross also emphasized that reopening the facility would place additional strain on local law enforcement, emergency medical services, fire departments, health care providers, utilities, and other public services in the surrounding communities, forcing local taxpayers to shoulder the costs created by the Trump administration’s decision.

Full text of the letter is available here.

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REP. MARÍA ELVIRA SALAZAR VISITS WEST MIAMI MULTIGENERATIONAL CENTER TO SEE $1 MILLION FEDERAL INVESTMENT AT WORK

MIAMI, Fla. — Rep. María Elvira Salazar (FL-27) visited the West Miami Multigenerational Center alongside West Miami Mayor Eric Díaz-Padrón, Vice Mayor Iván Chávez, and city leaders to see firsthand how the $1 million in federal funding she secured is improving the lives of children, families, seniors, and residents across the community.

The center began as a request from the City of West Miami, which brought the project to Rep. Salazar's office looking for federal help to finish it. The $1 million she secured supported construction, alongside funding from state, county, and local partners.

"This is a small city with a big heart, and for too long West Miami families didn't have a place like this to call their own," said Rep. Salazar. "Today, they do. Walking through this center and seeing seniors staying active while children learn and play just down the hall is exactly why I fought to secure this funding. My job is to make sure the tax dollars South Florida sends to Washington come back home to our communities, and this center providing both healthcare and education is proof of what we can accomplish when we do."

During the visit, Rep. Salazar toured the center's fitness center, outdoor gathering spaces, classrooms used for after-school and summer programming, community rooms, and multipurpose spaces designed to bring generations together under one roof. She met with city staff who run the center's daily programming and spoke with residents using the facility.

"Projects like this are only possible when leaders at every level of government work together," said Mayor Eric Díaz-Padrón. "We are grateful to Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar for securing the federal funding that helped make this project possible. Her leadership in bringing critical federal resources back to West Miami, together with the commitment of our state and local partners, helped transform this vision into a place that will serve children, families, seniors, and future generations for years to come."

About the Center

The West Miami Multigenerational Center opened in January 2026 following years of planning by the City of West Miami. The facility was designed to serve residents at every stage of life in a community whose families previously traveled outside West Miami to reach comparable recreational and wellness facilities.

The center offers wellness and fitness programming, after-school programming for school-age children during the academic year, summer camp and enrichment programming, educational classes in dedicated classroom space, community rooms available for neighborhood meetings and events, and outdoor gathering areas and multipurpose space.

The design places programming for children, working parents, and older adults in a single building, allowing families to use the facility together and giving seniors a place to remain active and connected within their own neighborhood.

Rep. Salazar's visit reflects her continued commitment to delivering federal investments that help make South Florida more affordable, more connected, and a better place to raise a family. From expanding affordable housing for seniors to creating spaces where children can learn, parents can connect, and older adults can stay active, Rep. Salazar is focused on bringing federal resources home to strengthen the communities of Florida's 27th District and improve quality of life for the people she serves.

Watch Rep. Salazar's visit to the West Miami Multigenerational CenterHERE


Rep. Steube Backs North Port Police Department’s Application for Federal Public Safety Grant

WASHINGTON–U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) sent a letter of support to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche backing the North Port Police Department’s application for a grant through the Department of Justice’s Bridging Immigration-related Deficits Experienced Nationwide (BIDEN) Program. The grant would fund the North Port Police Department’s drone as a first responder initiative, providing officers with real-time aerial intelligence within seconds of an emergency call.

“The Sunshine State has welcomed new residents at a record rate, straining our local public safety infrastructure and creating unique operational challenges,” said Rep. Steube. “This aerial technology will help North Port officers track illegal activity along regional transit corridors, respond to calls with greater situational awareness, and deploy personnel more safely and efficiently.”

The BIDEN Program was established through the One Big Beautiful Bill and provides grants to state and local law enforcement agencies for locating and apprehending criminal illegal aliens, investigating and prosecuting crimes committed by aliens and drug and human trafficking crimes, court operations related to those prosecutions, temporary criminal detention of aliens, transportation of aliens related to apprehension and detention, and associated logistics and support. Funds may be used to hire law enforcement officers and support personnel and to purchase technology and equipment.

To be eligible, law enforcement agencies must participate in the ICE 287(g) program or commit to doing so. The North Port Police Department is currently enrolled in the 287(g) program. Last year, Rep. Steube sent a letter to district police chiefs and sheriffs urging them to enroll in the program.

To read the full letter, click here.

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Reps. Lee, Dean, Deluzio, Demand Answers from ICE, GEO Group about Violations at Moshannon Detention Center

Letter to ICE | Letter to GEO Group

PITTSBURGH, PA – AUGUST 5, 2026 — Today, Congresswoman Summer L. Lee (PA-12), Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (PA-04), and Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) wrote letters to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the GEO Group, the for-profit prison corporation that owns and operates Moshannon Valley Detention Center in Philipsburg, PA, to demand answers on GEO’s failure to comply with federal standards of adequate staffing and medical care to detainees, as well as obstruction of congressional oversight.

Ahead of GEO’s Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Call, the Pennsylvania lawmakers are clear: “There shouldn’t be earnings calls for human detention.”

Congresswoman Lee and Congressman Deluzio previously conducted an unannounced oversight to Moshannon — which began operating as an ICE facility in 2021 — on May 28. They previously attempted to conduct a Moshannon visit in August 2025. Congresswoman Dean conducted an announced congressional oversight on June 17.

In August 2025, 32-year-old Chaofeng Ge died by suicide at Moshannon. In 2023, 37-year-old Frankline Okpu died in custody. In December 2025, 46-year-old Fouad Saeed Abdulkadir died in custody.

“These failures are not accidental; they are the predictable result of a privatized, for-profit detention business model. As a publicly traded entity, GEO has a strict legal obligation, a fiduciary duty, to act in the best interest of its shareholders. GEO’s focus on maximizing shareholder value drives aggressive cost cutting across medical personnel, nutritional quality, and translation services,” the lawmakers continued.

The lawmakers requested answers from both ICE and GEO regarding federal contract compliance, a commitment to congressional oversight, and recusal agreements governing former ICE and DHS officials currently employed by or consulting for GEO and current ICE and DHS employees formerly employed by or consulting for GEO.

Congresswoman Summer Lee has been a leading voice in Congress demanding accountability, transparency, and an end to ICE’s cruel detention and deportation system. She recently sent a letter with Rep. Deluzio to the Department of Health and Human Services and Office of Refugee Resettlement demanding answers about ORR's decision to place unaccompanied migrant children at Abraxas Academy in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, despite the facility's extensive record of documented child abuse violations. Rep. Lee has called to abolish ICE and oppose billions in additional ICE funding, introduced legislation to end ICE detention and redirect funding toward care, due process, and community-based services, demanded answers from ICE after the detention of a Brentwood asylum seeker, visited and called for the closure of the Moshannon Detention Facility following reports of abuse, retaliation, and a hunger strike, and recently conducted oversight of ICE detention conditions at Moshannon Valley ICE Detention Center after being illegally denied entry. She also released a statement after public reporting confirmed that the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the death of Daphy Michel, a 31-year-old Haitian immigrant who died after being released from ICE custody, a homicide.

Read the full letter to GEO here. Read the full letter to ICE here.


Lee Stands with Hardworking Nevadans Against Trump’s Corruption in Washington that is Making Life More Expensive

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LAS VEGAS, NV – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) joined Ted Pappageorge, Secretary-Treasurer for the Culinary Union, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04), Congresswoman Dina Titus (NV-01), and working Nevadans to highlight how the Trump Slump is negatively impacting Nevada's economy and ask why Republican politicians won't stand up to Trump.

Amid rising costs from Trump’s economic policies, Congresswoman Susie Lee and Members of the Nevada delegation are pushing to expand and make No Tax on Tips, a policy set to expire because of Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, permanent.

“Nevada Democrats have been fighting for tipped workers long before Trump came onto the scene. Southern Nevadans aren’t going to buy what he’s trying to sell, because we feel what he’s been doing to our pocketbooks,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “While you’re paying more for gas, groceries, and health care, Donald Trump is getting richer. He’s cutting health care for the most vulnerable members of our community to pay for tax breaks for the richest Americans, setting reckless tariffs that are making groceries more expensive, and dragging us into foreign wars that are raising fuel prices. It’s not an accident, it’s cruel corruption.”

This is President Trump’s second visit to Vegas to tout his budget bill since he signed it into law in July 2025. Since becoming law, the OBBBA has:

Kicked 14 million Americans off health care, including 30,000 southern Nevadans

Cut $911 billion from Medicaid which 1 in 4 Nevadans rely on

Cut $187 billion from SNAP which 16 million children, 4 million adults with disabilities, and 8 million senior citizens rely on. Approximately 4 million people, including 1 million children, will lose all or most of their benefits

Ended ACA Tax Premiums which has caused health insurance costs to rise by 25%.

On top of these cuts, Nevada is currently experiencing a Trump Slump. Trump’s tariffs, chaotic immigration policy, the war in Iran, and high grocery and gas prices are hurting working families and driving away the Canadian, Mexican, Southern California, and international tourism Nevada depends on. As tourism continues to decline under Trump's policies, many hospitality workers already don't make enough in tips to tax in the first place.

Congresswoman Susie Lee remains committed to fighting for policies to will lower costs, encourage economic growth, and reverse the cuts made to health care and food assistance, while making No Tax on Tips permanent.

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Congresswoman Tenney Unveils 2026 America First Foreign Policy Plan

Oswego, NY — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today unveiled her 2026 America First Foreign Policy Plan, outlining a legislative agenda to strengthen American national security, confront the growing threats posed by China and other foreign adversaries, protect American workers and taxpayers, and advance President Trump's Peace Through Strength agenda.

The 2026 America First Foreign Policy Plan focuses on promoting policies that put America's interests first by confronting the Chinese Communist Party's malign influence, strengthening national security, supporting American farmers, manufacturers, and workers in international trade, holding Canada accountable for its unfair treatment of U.S. products, and ensuring taxpayer dollars are not directed to corrupt international organizations. The plan also emphasizes protecting American sovereignty through a strong military, strategic diplomacy, and policies that advance the security and economic interests of the United States.

“Peace is achieved through strength, not weakness,” said Congresswoman Tenney. “When America leads, our allies are stronger and our adversaries are forced to think twice before threatening our interests. This plan prioritizes the security of the American people by confronting the Chinese Communist Party, protecting our economic interests, and ensuring our foreign policy reflects one principle above all else: America comes first.”

To view Tenney’s full America First Foreign Policy Plan, click here.


Representatives Tran, Bera and Carbajal Lead 65 Members Urging Secretary Rubio to Address Dual-Use Restrictions Impeding Humanitarian Aid to Gaza

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Derek Tran (CA-45), Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06), and Salud Carbajal (CA-24) led a group of 65 Members of Congress in urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to address overly broad and inconsistently enforced Israeli restrictions on dual-use goods entering the Gaza Strip.

“Israel faces real security challenges from Hamas and other actors, and we support disarming Hamas and replacing it with an alternative governing entity,” the Members wrote. “However, overly broad and inconsistently enforced restrictions on essential humanitarian goods do not increase Israel’s security.”

The letter raises concerns that restrictions are delaying or preventing the entry of supplies needed for medical care, shelter, sanitation, and public health, including ultrasound machines, prosthetic limbs, ventilators, pesticides, pipes, tent poles, and prefabricated structures. The Members also cited a lack of transparency and inconsistent enforcement, including reports that commercial traders have been able to import goods that humanitarian organizations cannot bring into Gaza.

“Legitimate security concerns must not be abused to prevent adequate aid to a civilian population in desperate need,” the Members continued.

The Members urged Secretary Rubio to press the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories to publish a comprehensive list of restricted dual-use items and facilitate the entry of supplies needed for shelter, hygiene, sanitation, and medical care. They also asked the State Department to clarify whether it has access to the full list of restricted items and, if so, provide the list and the justification for each designation to Congress. The Members further requested that the Department identify items that can be removed, address disparities between commercial and humanitarian shipments, and explain how dual-use designations are made, reviewed, and challenged.

Read the full letter to Secretary Rubio here.

An Army Veteran, Representative Tran is a member of the powerful House Armed Services Committee and serves as a member of the Readiness and the Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittees. Tran enlisted in the Army Reserve at age 18 to give back to the country that welcomed his refugee parents. He served for eight years and was activated for Operation Noble Eagle/Enduring Freedom before earning an honorable discharge. Tran serves as a Co-Chair of the Democratic Caucus National Security Task Force. Representative Tran is a co-sponsor of the Block the Bombs Act, which would prevent the sale, distribution, and transfer of certain ammunition and artillery to the Israeli government.

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Congressman Valadao Recognizes Central Valley Producers During National Farmers Market Week

WASHINGTON – Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) reintroduced a bipartisan resolution designating August 2–8, 2026, as National Farmers Market Week alongside Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (ME-01). This resolution honors the critical role farmers markets play in bridging the gap between urban and rural communities, helping people better understand the realities of farming and ranching.

Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) reintroduced the companion resolution in the Senate.

“The Central Valley grows a quarter of our nation’s food on less than one percent of America’s farmland, yet too many people living in urban areas don’t realize what it takes to get food from field to table,” said Congressman Valadao. “Farmers markets provide a valuable opportunity to connect people with the hardworking producers who feed our nation, and they highlight the important role agriculture plays in our communities. I’m proud to join my colleagues in recognizing National Farmers Market Week and honoring the contributions of our CA-22 producers working to support food access, bolster local economies, promote healthy living, and foster sustainable farming.”

“Farmers markets have been a cherished tradition in communities across America for generations. A quarter of Maine farms sell directly to consumers, with more than 100 farmers markets currently operating in our state,” said Congresswoman Pingree, a longtime organic farmer and co-chair of both the Organic Caucus and the Food Recovery Caucus. “By connecting local growers with their communities, farmers markets not only help put healthy food on the table, but also strengthen local economies and help preserve Maine’s agricultural traditions for future generations. This bipartisan, bicameral resolution reminds us that, in red states and blue states alike, farmers markets can be a force for good—and an important part of building a stronger, more resilient food system for all Americans.”

“California is home to more than 800 farmers markets that nourish our families, bolster the local economy, and cultivate thoughtful relationships between growers and consumers,” said Senator Padilla. “We cherish these shared spaces which are a vibrant, dependable source of nutrition for our state. I’m proud to lead this Senate resolution celebrating National Farmer’s Market Week to support our local farmers who feed our families and strengthen our communities.”

“Agriculture is the heart of Iowa, and farmers markets make it easier for Iowans to buy fresh, locally grown food in communities across our state,” said Senator Ernst. “I’m proud to lead a bipartisan resolution designating Aug. 2-8 as National Farmers Market Week to recognize the tireless work of our farmers, ranchers, and producers who put nutritious food on Americans’ tables every day.”

Read the resolution here.


Congressman Valadao Secures Federal Funding for Bakersfield Senior Center, Attends Site Groundbreaking

BAKERSFIELD – Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) attended the Housing Authority of the County of Kern’s groundbreaking for the site of the new Bakersfield Senior Center. Once constructed, this project will provide thirty-six additional affordable housing units for seniors and connect residents with the services and support needed to live safely and independently.

As a member of the House Committee on Appropriations, Congressman Valadao fought to secure over $7.57 million in Community Project Funding for this facility in the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.

“Housing affordability remains one of the biggest challenges facing Central Valley residents, and seniors are no exception,” said Congressman Valadao. “For seniors living on fixed incomes, access to affordable housing and support services can make all the difference in their ability to live safely and independently. I’m proud to have secured more than $7.57 million in federal funding for this project, and I’m grateful to our local partners for helping turn this vision into a reality.”

"Congressman Valadao’s Community Project Funding was essential in completing the financing needed for the Bakersfield Senior Center Housing & Facility project. We were honored to have him present at the groundbreaking this morning to celebrate the most consequential investment in Southeast Bakersfield in decades. In 19 months, the community will benefit from a brand-new senior center and 36 new affordable rental homes for seniors thanks in part to Congressman Valadao’s support," said Stephen Pelz, Executive Director, Housing Authority of the County of Kern.

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Rep. Vasquez Demands DOT and DOD Briefing Following Preliminary Report on Deadly New Mexico Plane Crash

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) sent a letter to Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth demanding answers about the coordination between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) following a deadly plane crash in southern New Mexico impacted by military jamming technology. While the NTSB investigation has yet to determine the final cause of the crash, preliminary reports indicate that multiple aircrafts experienced navigational issues in the region while jamming technology was in use, as well as that the pilot of the plane that crashed was forced to manage a rapid series of incoming communications related to the jamming while also attempting to fly the aircraft.

Vasquez’s request follows a preliminary National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report indicating that military jamming technology was being tested at White Sands Missile Range when the pilot of a medical transport aircraft reported navigational issues before the fatal crash near Ruidoso in May. The incident came just months after the February closure of El Paso airspace caused by inadequate coordination between the FAA, Customs and Border Protection, and the DoD during testing of military counter-drone technology.

“New Mexicans deserve safety in the sky, especially those flying to deliver critical medical care. I have been briefed by the NTSB chair and regional officials on the incident in Ruidoso, and military technology definitely had a role to play in the flight path of this tragic crash,” said Vasquez. “If there were other missteps by this Administration or the Department of Defense, the American people deserve answers, and the safety of civilians flying near protected airspace must be guaranteed.”

In the letter sent today, Rep. Vasquez requests a joint briefing from the Department of Transportation and Department of Defense by September 6, 2026, to explain their coordination procedures and answer questions regarding:

Notification procedures for military testing that could affect civilian aviation

FAA coordination with air traffic controllers, airports, and airlines during military testing

Safety protocols for civilian aircraft operating near military technology testing

Communication procedures between air traffic controllers and the Department of Defense

Training provided to air traffic controllers when military testing may affect civilian flights

Coordination between the FAA, DoD, and NTSB during the ongoing investigation

Rep. Vasquez continues to lead Congressional oversight efforts following multiple aviation incidents affecting southern New Mexico, including:

Securing an NTSB briefing on July 14 after demanding greater transparency and answers about the deadly Ruidoso plane crash

Pressing the FAA and Department of Defense for accountability following the February closure of El Paso airspace

Successfully securing passage of an amendment to the FY2027 National Defense Authorization Act requiring the Department of Defense to improve coordination with the FAA before testing military technologies that could impact civilian aviation

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Congresswoman Watson Coleman, AG Davenport, Superintendent Hengemuhle, announce record Federal funding for State Police’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force

The $675,000 earmarked by Watson Coleman will fund the purchase of new hardware and digital forensic licensing software to combat trafficking and exploitation.

Ewing, NJ (August 3, 2026) - Today, at the Regional Operations Intelligence Center, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) announced the awarding of $675,000 in federal funding for the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC), a division of the New Jersey State Police. Congresswoman Watson Coleman sits on the Appropriations Committee and secured the funding through the Community Project Funding program. She was joined by New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, Acting Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police Jeanne Hengemuhle, and Lieutenant Paul Sciortino, New Jersey ICAC Task Force Commander.

Through undercover operations across the internet, including the dark web and social media platforms, ICAC aggressively investigates, tracks, and prosecutes offenders involved in producing or distributing child sexual abuse materials.

“Keeping our children safe is one of the most important responsibilities we have in Federal, State, and Local Government,” said Watson Coleman. “When the State Police approached me seeking help to better protect our kids, I made this funding a top priority. I’m grateful to have allies like AG Davenport and Superintendent Hengemuhle as we work to make New Jersey the best place in the country to raise a family.”

“The skilled investigators, prosecutors, and staff assigned to the New Jersey Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force work tirelessly in the shadows of the internet's darkest corners to expose and prosecute criminals who use the anonymity of the internet and its seemingly limitless platforms and apps to prey upon the innocent and vulnerable,” said Attorney General Jennifer Davenport. “It is absolutely critical that law enforcement not merely keep pace, but get ahead of those intent on harming our children. The much needed grant funding obtained by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman will support the task force as it conducts this painstaking and collaborative work while supporting critical training and community outreach. I want to thank Congresswoman Watson Coleman for standing with us – and New Jersey’s children – in this fight.”

“We are grateful to Congresswoman Watson Coleman for her dedication and efforts in helping secure critical funding for our task force. As the internet continues to play an increasingly significant role in the daily lives of children, and as young people spend more time connected online than ever before, the need to protect them from exploitation and other online dangers has become even more critical,” said Jeanne Hengemuhle, Acting Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police. “This funding is essential in our mission to protect some of the most vulnerable members of our communities, and strengthen our ability to investigate these crimes, seek justice, and safeguard children from those who seek to harm them.”

In 2025, ICAC received and processed over 35,476 CyberTips from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and effected 404 arrests, a 54% increase over the previous year. In addition, their outreach programs related to child online safety reached approximately 24,000 parents and children in 2025.

To report suspected online exploitation or improper contact with a minor, contact the NJ ICAC Task Force tip line at 1-888-648-6007.


Wied Introduces Resolution Recognizing Small Firearm Manufacturers

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) introduced a resolution this week to recognize the contributions of small business firearm manufacturers to our economy and designate the month of August as National Shooting Sports Month.

"Wisconsin is home to many incredible small firearm manufacturers who help drive our economy and ensure access to safe, reliable firearms that allow us to exercise our Second Amendment rights," said Congressman Wied. "This month, we recognize their contributions to our economy and reaffirm our commitment to protecting Americans’ constitutional right to keep and bear arms."

Background: Small manufacturers of firearms contribute significantly to the national and local economy, as they support 380,000 jobs in the broader firearms industry and produce more than $91 billion in annual economic output. They are essential conduits for the exercise of Second Amendment rights by individuals in the United States and provide products, training, and community engagement to sportsmen in this country. Shooting sports promote safe and responsible firearm handling, outdoor stewardship, and civic engagement through local clubs, ranges, and competitions. Congressman Wied introduced a similar resolution in the House of Representatives in August 2025. He renewed the effort this month to reassert his commitment to small manufacturers and to protecting the Second Amendment.

Congressman Wied is proud to have the support of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF).

“National Shooting Sports Month is a celebration of our shared American heritage of responsible firearm ownership. The firearm industry has been on the leading edge of ensuring Americans can freely exercise their Second Amendment rights. That journey begins when law-abiding citizens can freely approach the counter to purchase firearms and ammunition. Americans share our industry’s passion for recreational shooting sports, hunting, conservation and self-defense. The firearm industry proudly supports 393,00 jobs across America and generates over $91.7 billion in economic activity. Just as proudly, the firearm industry paid over $804 million in Pittman-Robertson excise taxes last year, which funds wildlife conservation, public land access and construction of public recreational shooting ranges. Since those funds’ inception in 1937, firearm and ammunition manufacturers have paid over $31 billion, when adjusted for inflation. NSSF is grateful that Congressman Tony Wied has been at the forefront to ensure that heritage of responsible firearm ownership is passed on to the next generation, and we are proud that he leads this effort to recognize the importance of National Shooting Sports Month,” said Lawrence G. Keane, NSSF Senior Vice President & General Counsel.

This Resolution:

Celebrates the role of small businesses that manufacture firearms in supporting domestic manufacturing and economic opportunity in communities across the United States.

Supports policies that strengthen the ability of such small businesses to innovate, grow, and preserve the recreational shooting traditions of the United States.

Recognizes August 2026 as “National Shooting Sports Month."


Baldwin Demands Military Release Its Investigation into Iranian Attack that Killed 6 Servicemembers

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is demanding the U.S. military release its investigation into a March drone strike on a U.S. military post at Port Shuaiba in Kuwait that killed six servicemembers and injured dozens of others. Last month, Senator Baldwin pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to release the report and explain the Trump Administration’s lack of planning that left troops vulnerable and delayed lifesaving medical care for injured servicemembers.

“Public reporting said that U.S. Army Central has conducted an investigation into the attack and has shared those initial findings with the families of the soldiers killed,” wrote Senator Baldwin in a letter to commander of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) Brad Cooper. “On July 21 at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, I asked Secretary Hegseth to commit to releasing this investigation publicly and he responded that he would coordinate with you to provide additional information to Congress. I now request you immediately release the findings of that investigation publicly and provide Congress with a copy of the full investigation, all underlying documentation, and any additional classified review of the attack.”

“Congress and the American people deserve clear answers on what happened on March 1 and why the U.S. military was unable to protect or care for our soldiers,” Baldwin continued.

At a July 21 hearing, Baldwin questioned Hegseth about reports that the Army facility at Port Shuaiba, Kuwait did not have adequate air defense capabilities when it was attacked by Iran on March 1st and pushed for answers on why requests for additional medical and drone defense systems were denied prior to the conflict with Iran beginning. For months, Senator Baldwin has been raising the alarms on the Trump Administration’s inadequate preparation which put American troops in harm's way and led to insufficient care for injured servicemembers, including two Wisconsinites who went weeks without proper screening and treatment for traumatic brain injuries.

Specifically, Senator Baldwin calls on U.S. Central Command to provide the following by August 18, 2026:

Publicly release the findings of the U.S. Army Central investigation into the attack on Port Shuaiba.

Provide the Senator and Congressional defense committees with a full, unredacted copy of the investigation, all underlying documents that contributed to the investigation, and a copy of the classified U.S. Army Central investigation of intelligence warnings before the attack and Port Shuaiba’s defenses.

Provide an explanation on why U.S. military medical care was not immediately available to soldiers on March 1, why any requests for additional medical supplies were denied prior to March 1, and whether access to medical care was considered when soldiers were repositioned to the facility Port Shuaiba.

A full version of this letter is available here and below.

Dear Admiral Cooper,

I write to you today regarding U.S. Central Command’s (CENTCOM) investigation into the March 1, 2026, Iranian drone strike on soldiers at Port Shuaiba, Kuwait. This attack resulted in the deaths of six soldiers from the Army Reserve’s 103rd Sustainment Command and injuries to dozens more soldiers, including those from Wisconsin. Public reporting said that U.S. Army Central has conducted an investigation into the attack and has shared those initial findings with the families of the soldiers killed. On July 21 at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing, I asked Secretary Hegseth to commit to releasing this investigation publicly and he responded that he would coordinate with you to provide additional information to Congress. I now request you release the findings of that investigation publicly and provide Congress with a copy of the full investigation, all underlying documentation, and any additional classified review of the attack.

On March 1, 2026, only the second day of President Trump’s war against Iran, an Iranian Shahed drone struck a temporary CENTCOM facility holding U.S. soldiers at Port Shuaiba, Kuwait. Six soldiers were killed in the strike and at least 30 more were injured. Soldiers from the 103rd Sustainment Command said that they had been relocated to Port Shuaiba from the larger and better defended facility at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait only days before the war began as part of a CENTCOM effort to more widely disperse U.S. servicemembers across the region to make them less vulnerable to potential Iranian attacks. Some of these soldiers later told The Washington Post that force protection assessments conducted by the 103rd Sustainment Command before the relocation had determined that the facility at Port Shuaiba was not suitable because it lacked the necessary defenses to protect soldiers from Iranian attacks. Soldiers, nonetheless, were moved to Port Shuaiba.

This initial mistake to move soldiers to Port Shuaiba despite the known deficiencies was further compounded by CENTCOM reportedly not taking adequate steps to increase defenses even after the facility was identified by U.S. intelligence as a likely Iranian target. CBS News reported that the leadership of the 103rd Sustainment Command was made aware of intelligence in the days prior to March 1 showing that Iran would likely strike Port Shuaiba during fighting between the U.S. and Iran. Furthermore, The Washington Post also reported that CENTCOM was unable to provide Port Shuaiba with additional air and drone defense systems, such as the EAGLS counter-drone system, because there were not a sufficient number of systems available. On July 21, I asked Secretary Hegseth about the denial of counter-drone systems to the 103rd Sustainment Command before March 1 and he claimed, "there was not a single drone or defense request denied at any level.” This is clearly contradicted by what soldiers from the 103rd told The Washington Post in the July 12 article.

After the attack, soldiers also claimed that there was insufficient medical care available to treat the wounded in Kuwait. Given Port Shuaiba’s distance from any U.S. military medical facilities, soldiers were forced to drive to Kuwaiti civilian hospitals to receive medical care immediately after the strike. Soldiers injured in the attack said they believed at least one of those killed could likely have been saved if additional medical care was available. On May 19, 2026, CBS News reported that the 103rd Sustainment Command had requested additional medical supplies for Port Shuaiba prior to March 1, but that those requests were denied.

Congress and the American people deserve clear answers on what happened on March 1 and why the U.S. military was unable to protect or care for our soldiers. Accordingly, I request that, by August 18, you publicly release the findings of the U.S. Army Central investigation into the attack on Port Shuaiba; as well as provide me and the Congressional defense committees with a full, unredacted copy of the investigation, all underlying documents that contributed to the investigation, and a copy of the classified U.S. Army Central investigation of intelligence warnings before the attack and Port Shuaiba’s defenses.

Furthermore, I request you provide an explanation on why U.S. military medical care was not immediately available to soldiers on March 1, why any requests for additional medical supplies were denied prior to March 1, and whether access to medical care was considered when soldiers were repositioned to the facility at Port Shuaiba.

I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,

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Baldwin, Moran Roll Out Comprehensive Bill to Reform and Strengthen 340B Drug Discount Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jerry Moran (R-KS) led their colleagues, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Tim Kaine (D-VA), John Boozman (R-AK), and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) – members of the Senate 340B Bipartisan Working Group – to introduce sweeping legislation to reform the 340B Drug Pricing Program, which provides discounted prescription drugs to health care providers that serve vulnerable, low-income, and underserved patients.

“The 340B program was designed to help hospitals and clinics that help the most vulnerable Americans get the medications they need. However, to make sure that Wisconsinites can continue to receive the care they need, we need to bring some real accountability and transparency to the program,” said Senator Baldwin. “I’m proud to have brought together Democrats and Republicans to address these issues head on, helping more Americans afford the care they need and ensuring that the 340B program puts the patients first.”

The 340B Drug Pricing Program was designed to help Federally Qualified Health Centers, rural clinics and critical access hospitals, and other providers that serve high volumes of Medicaid and uninsured patients expand access to care and lower costs for patients. The program requires drug manufacturers to provide discounts to these clinics and hospitals that serve a disproportionate share of low-income and underserved patients. However, in recent years, the 340B program has grown and evolved, leading to calls for more accountability, transparency, and certainty for covered entities participating in the program. The Supporting Underserved and Strengthening Transparency, Accountability, and Integrity Now (SUSTAIN) 340B Act is a set of bipartisan, comprehensive reforms to create greater stability, clarity, and transparency in the 340B program.

The SUSTAIN 340B Act would:

Sense of Congress – Reiterate the original intent of the 340B program and clarify the program provides point-of-purchase discounts, as opposed to rebates.

Contract Pharmacy – Codify covered entities’ use of contract pharmacies while placing reasonable limitations including registration, audits of covered entities with a large number of contract pharmacies, and standardization of contractual requirements between covered entities and contract pharmacies. The bill does not place numeric or geographic limitations on the use of contract pharmacies.

Patient Definition – Establish the definition of an eligible patient under the 340B program and covered services for these patients. It also adds requirements and oversight for 340B patients being dispensed 340B drugs through referrals to non-covered entities.

340B Rebate Model Pilot Program – End any 340B Rebate Model program within one year and require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) transition to the clearinghouse established in the legislation.

Child Sites – Establish that child sites must be wholly owned and integrated with the parent covered entity, disincentivizes child site acquisitions with the sole purpose of expanding 340B footprints, and directs HHS to establish registration and oversight procedures.

Supporting Transparency – Place new annual reporting requirements on covered entities relating to their utilization of the 340B program.

Strengthening Program Integrity – Give HHS authority to establish auditing and reporting procedures for compliance under the 340B program and authorize removal of covered entities who are found in noncompliance and do not implement corrective action plans.

Preventing Duplicate Discounts – Establish a 340B data clearinghouse operated by an independent, third-party entity to prevent diversion and duplicate discounts in the 340B program.

Patient Financial Assistance – Require covered entities to establish a standard, transparent patient financial assistance policy for patients at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Supporting Equitable Treatment of Covered Participants – Prevent insurers from discriminating against 340B covered entities and their contract pharmacies.

User Fee Program – Establish a user fee program for participation in the 340B program to pay for program administration, including the clearinghouse.

Studies and Reports – Require reports to Congress on hospital debt collection practices, dispensing fees, and data collection system integration.

Additional Resources – Authorize three million dollars annually for five years for conducting oversight and enforcement and nine million dollars annually for four years for bill implementation.

The Senate 340B Bipartisan Working Group has existed for more than a decade and is comprised of members who support the 340B program and are committed to sustaining it. In the 118th Congress, the group sought stakeholder feedback on how to improve the 340B program and released a bipartisan discussion draft to strengthen it. The draft reflected the group’s belief that the program provides a critical benefit to eligible providers by helping them stretch federal resources to deliver health care services to the patients they serve, while also addressing concerns about program ambiguity and the need for greater transparency and accountability.

Full text of the legislation is available here.

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ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Human Events Daily on Real America’s Voice

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Human Events Daily with Jack Posobiec on Real America’s Voice to discuss the Democratic Party’s embrace of Socialism, the debate over birthright citizenship, his introduction of the Citizenship Act of 2026, and holding Dr. Anthony Fauciaccountable.

Click the image above for the full discussion.

Key Excerpts on the Citizenship Act of 2026:

Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “What would pass Constitutional muster is for Congress to act, instead of the President, and declare an invasion of illegals into our country, and explicitly makes the point that all nine Supreme Court justices have agreed on. That the babies of invaders are not eligible for birthright citizenship. This is important we don’t have to pass a constitutional amendment we don’t have to overturn a supreme court decision, but congress can pass my bill that says that the tens of millions of illegals that have flooded into our country ate invaders and those invaders babies aren’t eligible. We have declared nazi spies, terrorists, even pirates we’ve declared as invaders, that’s a drop in the bucket compared to the tens of millions of illegals we let into our country. A quarter million babies of illegals are declared citizens every year.”

“It means something to be an American citizen. It is a gift to all of us who were born and grew up in this country to be an American Citizens. And tens of millions of illegals who flood into our country, in many cases, who don’t believe in America, who don’t believe in what America stands for and then their babies are automatically granted citizenship. There is something deeply wrong with that.”

Key Excerpts on Dr. Anthony Fauci:

“If Anthony Fauci was innocent, Joe Biden wouldn’t have given him a pardon and that a key takeaway here, they are trying to shield him from any responsibility for what he did to abuse his power and position. Whether it was profiting off the vaccine or how he misguided the American people, he abused the power that he exercised during the pandemic that brought so much devastation and harm to families and this great country. It was a slap in the face to every American, to hear him in that hearing last week to provide no answers. He insulted the American people by not answering any question at all.”

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ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins the Bottom Line on Fox Business Network

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined The Bottom Line on Fox Business Network to discuss the Senate’s priorities ahead of the August recess, the AI race, and how AI is reshaping government and the workforce.

Click the image above for the full discussion.

Key Excerpts on Senate priorities:

Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “We have a full plate in the Senate. Later tonight we’re going to pass the next step for the CR to avoid a government shutdown; we have the crypto bill, a big piece of President Trump’s legacy, a bill to save college sports, and then we have this big reconciliation bill. Reconciliation 3.0 that the House passed over to us, that also included the SAVE America Act. We have an opportunity in the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act with the Reconciliation bill that also includes a historic investment in our national defense to support our troops, support our warfighters.”

“We have a lot to do in the Senate; count me in on the list of growing Senators who are willing to stick around here all August long to get all that done if that’s what it takes, but I don’t think that’s what it takes. I think we can pass all these bills this week and get out of town, go back home to Indiana and other states and tell our story about what republicans are doing, what we’ve accomplished and what these radical crazy democrats are standing up for, and if we go do that we’re going to win big in midterm November elections.”

Key Excerpts on AI dominance:

“The big key here is President Trump; he’s a leader that understands we have to win the AI race. We can’t let the Chinese beat us, because if the Chinese beat us in this race, then they will control the next American Century; we can’t let them do that. America has to win the race so we can control our destiny. And that’s why this framework is so important, why the President’s leadership is so important, the national security threat of what comes next.”

“As far as what I have been focused on is, we know that AI is going to transform America’s economy, and we want to transform it in a healthy way. You talk about skilled trades and what this could mean for high school students and young people today, the skills that they need to succeed in an AI economy; those are the conversations that we’re having on Capitol Hill. Often, cases are bipartisan, substantive, and healthy but, what President Trump is focused on is the big picture to make sure we win this, but win it in a way that doesn’t destroy America.”

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Barrasso Calls Out Dangerous, Far-Left Extremists Controlling the Democrat Party

“That’s the Democratic Party that has a manifesto and a mantra. They have a radical set of beliefs. And they are clearly those of the Democrat nominee in Michigan.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke about how radical extremists now control the Democrat Party.

Click HERE to watch Senator Barrasso’s remarks.

Sen. Barrasso’s remarks as delivered:

“Today’s Democrat Party has been taken over by extremists. It’s happening all across the country. Extremists are winning Democrat primaries all across the country from East to West.

“The Minority Leader spoke a little earlier today. He seems to be very happy about it. Just yesterday, when talking to the press, the Minority Leader said this. He said, these extreme candidates, he said, make their party ‘stronger.’ Senator Schumer may be thrilled with the direction that his party is taking. And now look what happened last night in Michigan.

“And now look what happened last night in Michigan. The Democrat candidate for Senate winning the primary yesterday in Michigan is truly an extremist. Radical, extreme, dangerous, and in my opinion, scary. He’s been endorsed by Senator Bernie Sanders. And just recently he hit the campaign trail with a left-wing activist – a political activist who blamed 9/11 – we’re almost near the twenty-fifth anniversary of the attacks on 9/11 in the United States of America – blamed those attacks on America and the American people.

“That’s the Democratic Party that has a manifesto and a mantra. They have a radical set of beliefs. And they are clearly those of the Democrat nominee in Michigan.

“The driving forces in the Democrat Party today want to abolish prisons. The driving force in the Democrat Party today has endorsed any and all efforts to release dangerous prisoners from the jails onto the streets of communities all across the country.

“The driving force in the Democrat Party is calling to defund the police. The driving force in the Democrat Party is calling to eliminate Immigration and Customs Enforcement in this country. They don’t want borders. Don’t think we ought to have borders. They want ICE completely eliminated.

“Democrats want to go back to the dangerous Biden years when it came to protecting our borders and 10 million illegal immigrants flooded into this country. The Democrats want millions and millions more to come into America.

“And what do they want to do in terms of funding for these things? Well, the Democrats want to have hardworking taxpayers pay for healthcare for all the illegal immigrants who come here. You know, radical ideas like that were once the fringe of the Democrat Party. No longer. No, no. That fringe now controls the Democrat Party.

“As a senior Senator, who is a Democrat, said – who sits right over there – said, it’s a sign the Democrat Party is ‘alive and well.’ Senator Schumer said yesterday it makes their party ‘stronger.’ It doesn’t make America stronger. It makes America weaker. It makes America more vulnerable. That’s where we are today.

“Democrats seem willing to tear up the Constitution and tear down America. You listen to some of these candidates; it sounds like they hate America. They want America to fail. That seems to be what they’re aiming for.

“Republicans are not going to allow that to happen. No, we’re going to continue to fight the extremists. We’re going to continue to fight for freedom, for liberty, and continued American greatness.”

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Barrasso: Todd Blanche is Fearless, Focused, and Fair. It’s Time for the Senate to Confirm Him

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke in support of the confirmation of Todd Blanche, President Donald J. Trump’s nominee to be the Attorney General of the United States.

Click HERE to watch Senator Barrasso’s remarks.

Sen. Barrasso’s remarks as prepared:

“Senate Republicans are confirming individuals who will keep the American people safe.

“Last week, I met with Todd Blanche. Mr. Blanche has been nominated to be the next Attorney General of the United States of America. Mr. Blanche is clearly the right man for the job. It is time for the Senate to confirm him.

“Todd Blanche led an impressive legal career. He brings to the job a decade of experience at the Department of Justice. That includes his current service as the Acting Attorney General. He leads a staff of over one hundred thousand. Under his leadership, the Department of Justice is focusing once again on its core mission. That mission is fighting crime and upholding the rule of law.

“Today, Americans are safer. Murder rates have fallen dramatically. So have deaths from drug overdoses. Mr. Blanche has fought forcefully for the safety and security of the American people. The Department is prosecuting drug cartels. It is dismantling gangs of violent criminals.

“Mr. Blanche has also been a key leader in Republicans’ war against fraud. He helped establish a new division in the Department of Justice to do exactly that. It is already succeeding.

“Mr. Blanche knows what it takes to lead the Department of Justice. It takes integrity. It takes accountability. Mr. Blanche leads with both of those characteristics. That is why his nomination is supported by former Department of Justice officials; by 23 state Attorneys General; and by law enforcement.

“Former Attorney General Bill Barr is one such supporter. Attorney General Barr recently praised Blanche in the Wall Street Journal. He wrote, ‘Throughout his career [Todd Blanche] has shown the personal determination, discipline and thick skin this position demands.’ That’s exactly right.

“Todd Blanche is dedicated to the rule of law. He is fearless, focused, and fair. As Attorney General, he will provide candid advice even when it is not easy. He will stand up for the United States. He will keep the American people safe. It is time to confirm him as Attorney General.”

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Bennet, Husted Introduce Legislation to Help Make First-Time Homeownership More Affordable

Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee, and U.S. Senator Jon Husted (R-Ohio) introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act. This bill would help first-time homebuyers by allowing them to put unused education savings toward a down payment.

“Across Colorado, too many young people and working families struggle to afford their first home,” said Bennet. “This bill would allow first-time homebuyers to use the savings they already have to cover a down payment and help put homeownership within reach.”

“I’m focused on helping working families get ahead and making life more affordable,” said Husted. “Making homeownership more attainable is a critical part of that effort. Too many Ohioans have worked hard, saved responsibly and still struggle to afford a down payment. By freeing up existing resources, I’m proud this bipartisan bill gives first-time homebuyers another tool to use in pursuing their version of the American Dream.”

The First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act would allow individuals to transfer up to $35,000 in leftover savings from their 529 education savings account penalty-free to purchase their first home. 529 college savings accounts are state-administered accounts used by families to save for education and other related expenses. Traditionally, unused funds in 529 accounts can only be used for trade school, graduate school, student loan payments, or transferred to a retirement account. By freeing up existing resources for first-time homebuyers, the bill would remove barriers to making a down payment and help more families afford a home.

“Downpayment hurdles continue to block many families from owning a home. The First-Time Home Buyer Empowerment Act provides a common-sense solution that empowers first-time buyers to use their own savings—at no cost to taxpayers. MBA looks forward to supporting this and other efforts in Congress to expand sustainable homeownership,” said Bill Killmer, Senior Vice President of Legislative & Political Affairs at Mortgage Bankers Association.

U.S. Representatives Tom Barrett (R-Mich.), Tracey Mann (R-Kan.), Mark Alford (R-Mo.) and Lou Correa (D-Calif.) introduced the companion bill to the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Bennet has continuously worked to address the affordable housing crisis. In March 2026, Bennet co-sponsored a key provision in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act that would put an additional $4 billion toward building affordable housing, making homeownership possible for working families. In December 2025, Bennet joined U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) and a group of bipartisan Senate colleagues to introduce the More Homes on the Market Act, making housing more available and affordable by amending the tax code to allow sellers to exclude additional funds from capital gains taxes.

The text of the bill is available HERE.

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Blackburn & Blumenthal Celebrate Commerce Committee Passage of Bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) released the following statement on the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, & Transportation’s passage of the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) by voice vote:

“For years, heartbroken parents have demanded Congress take action to protect America’s children from Big Tech’s exploitation, and today is a major victory for the courageous families who refused to give up,” said Senators Blackburn and Blumenthal. “The Senate has repeatedly shown that there is broad, bipartisan support for a version of KOSA that creates a duty of care to protect kids from online predators, addictive algorithms, and harmful product design. We want to thank our large, diverse, and determined coalition for standing with us today, and we look forward to getting this bill to the President’s desk.”

BACKGROUND

Senators Blackburn and Blumenthal first introduced KOSA in February 2022, following reporting by the Wall Street Journal and after spearheading a series of five subcommittee hearings with social media companies and advocates on the repeated failures by tech giants to protect kids on their platforms.

The Senate version of KOSA would require platforms to enable the strongest privacy settings by default, force platforms to prevent and mitigate specific dangers to minors, provide parents and educators new controls to help protect children, and require independent audits and research into social media companies.


Blumenthal & Blackburn Celebrate Commerce Committee Passage of Bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) released the following statement on the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, & Transportation’s passage of the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) by voice vote:

“For years, heartbroken parents have demanded Congress take action to protect America’s children from Big Tech’s exploitation, and today is a major victory for the courageous families who refused to give up,” said Senators Blackburn and Blumenthal. “The Senate has repeatedly shown that there is broad, bipartisan support for a version of KOSA that creates a duty of care to protect kids from online predators, addictive algorithms, and harmful product design. We want to thank our large, diverse, and determined coalition for standing with us today, and we look forward to getting this bill to the President’s desk.”


ICYMI: January 6 Prosecutors Raise Alarm Over Trump Judicial Nominees' Refusal to Truthfully Answer Questions About 2020 Election, Attack on the Capitol

[WASHINGTON, DC] – Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, were joined by three former federal prosecutors to raise alarm over the ongoing refusal of Trump Administration judicial nominees to acknowledge the results of the 2020 election or admit that what happened on January 6, 2021, was an attack on the Capitol.

The three prosecutors – Michael Romano, Sean Murphy, and Brendan Ballou – worked on cases relating to violence at the Capitol on January 6, 2021. Earlier today, they joined a group of twelve former federal prosecutors who all worked on cases relating to the violent attack on the Capitol in sending a letter urging members of the Senate to reject judicial nominees who cannot “cannot identify that (1) January 6 as an attack on our democracy, (2) the attack was led by supporters of Donald Trump, and (3) Joe Biden was legitimately elected in the 2020 election.”

Video of today’s press conference is available here.

Michael Romano

Michael Romano prosecuted rioters who brawled with police officers on Capitol grounds, who attacked officers with wooden and metal poles, and who pepper-sprayed officers defending the Tunnel. As a manager, Romano also oversaw many cases prosecuted by others. Romano also served as a Trial Attorney in the Criminal Division’s Public Integrity Section between 2019 and 2025.

“The fact of the matter was, the riot was an attack on our democracy. It was an attempt to stop the peaceful transfer of power. It was an attempt to install the loser of the 2020 election back in office against the will of the American people. I know this because the evidence was overwhelming,” Romano said.

“The evidence was so clear that the judges who presided over our trials and sentenced these defendants said so over and over again. They recognized that the riot was an attack on American democracy. They recognized how damaging it was to our institutions. They commented about how political violence was unacceptable, and sentences were needed to deter future political violence. All told, the evidence was so clear that we convicted 1200 people of offenses that happened at the Capitol on January 6th before Trump pardoned them all.”

“Now, these people were convicted before Republicans and Democratic judges, they were sentenced before Republican and Democratic judges, judges appointed by any President of any party recognized the truth of what this day was. And anybody seeking a position on the bench now should be able to do the same. They should be able to tell the truth.”

Sean Murphy

Sean P. Murphy joined the Capitol Siege Section in January 2021 and remained with the team until it was disbanded in January 2025. Among those Murphy investigated, prosecuted, and secured convictions against are an individual who beat an officer with a flagpole with the American flag still attached until the flagpole broke; an off-duty police officer; a man that used wasp spray to attack police officers, and a man that punched a police officer twice in the head before ripping away the officer's riot shield, leaving him defenseless. Murphy also served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Puerto Rico between 2018 and 2025.

“To the Senators voting on these nominees today, please stop poisoning our courts by confirming appointees who refuse to admit basic historical truths. This is not a problem of perspective or political persuasion; it is fundamental question of competence. We would no more hire a schoolteacher who refuses to believe in fractions, or a mechanic who won’t admit that gas goes in a gas tank than you should confirm someone to a lifetime seat on the bench who cannot admit that Donald Trump lost, and who refuses to recognize that those who assaulted police officers at the U.S. Capitol were wrong to do so,” Murphy said.

“To the judicial nominees playing this game – if successful, you may have won yourself a lifetime appointment , but you have lost a lifetime of credibility. Every time you try to lecture a defendant from your bench about the right and the just, over the easy and the self-serving, those words will ring hollow. Why? Because the only reason you are only sitting there because you chose the easy and the self-serving. You traded a piece of your soul to occupy the seat.”

“We need judges who do not just dole out justice but actually live it. Justice is blind, but it is not ignorant, and the ignorant can never truly be just.”

Brendan Ballou

Brendan Ballou was involved in the trial teams that prosecuted a husband-and-wife duo who assaulted officers along the Capitol's western front before they were finally repelled by pepper spray, and prosecuted one of the first rioters who entered the Senate chamber, who triumphantly stood atop the dais within the chamber. Ballou also served as Special Counsel in the Antitrust Division from 2016 to 2017 and from 2020 to 2025.

“So, we have a president that is trying to subvert a future election, we have an acting Attorney General who is eager to help in that effort, and the danger that we face with these judicial nominees is that future court cases that will determine whether our democracy continues may be people who deny the reality of January 6th,” Ballou said.

“Think about how dangerous it is, how scary it is, to have a court case about voting rights, about democracy, about the rule of law, prosecuted by Todd Blanche, and overseen by one of these judges who denies the reality of what happened that day. So, it is important to be talking about this, it is important that these judges not be confirmed if they refuse to acknowledge the reality of January 6th.

“Not just for the sake of historical memory, but for the sake of the future of our democracy.”

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Booker Introduces Legislation to Help Prevent Cancer Among Firefighters

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced the Firefighter Investments to Recognize Exposure to Cancer (FIRE Cancer) Act of 2026, legislation to protect firefighters from occupational cancer by allowing fire departments to use federal Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) to establish cancer prevention programs, including multi-cancer early detection testing, preventative screenings, and research. The legislation would authorize $700 million in dedicated funding for these efforts.

"A firefighter's courage doesn't end when the fire is out," said Senator Booker. "Long after the sirens fade, many continue to bear the invisible consequences of repeated exposure to toxic carcinogens. It is unacceptable that those who dedicate their lives to protecting our communities face such devastating health risks simply for doing their jobs. The FIRE Cancer Act is about honoring that sacrifice with action—expanding access to early detection, prevention, and research so we can better protect those who have always protected us."

Firefighters experience significantly higher rates of cancer than the general population due to repeated exposure to toxic chemicals and carcinogens while responding to fires and other emergencies. Occupational cancer remains one of the leading long-term health threats facing firefighters.

Specifically, the FIRE Cancer Act of 2026 would:

Allow Assistance to Firefighters Grant recipients to establish firefighter cancer prevention programs, including multi-cancer early detection testing and other preventative screenings.

Authorize up to $1,750 in grant funding per firefighter for multi-cancer early detection and other preventative tests.

Authorize $700 million in dedicated funding for firefighter cancer prevention grants.

Establish a voluntary partnership between FEMA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to collect anonymized, de-identified cancer screening data to improve research on cancer trends and occupational exposures among firefighters while protecting participants’ privacy.

The FIRE Cancer Act of 2026 would give fire departments additional resources to prevent cancer, detect it earlier, and better protect the health of the firefighters who protect communities across the country.


Boozman Applauds Summer Interns on Service to Arkansas

U.S. Senator John Boozman pictured with his Washington, D.C. interns on the steps of the U.S. Capitol.

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the students who served as interns in his Washington, D.C. and Arkansas offices during the second summer session.

“Whether assisting constituents, supporting my staff or observing the legislative process firsthand, these talented students made meaningful contributions to our office,” Boozman said. “I appreciate the dedication and professionalism they demonstrated throughout the summer. I am confident this experience has encouraged them to continue pursuing opportunities to serve their communities and our country.”

Anna Abston, Catie Brewer, Ellie Gilbert, Anna Hale, Lauren Magre, George Rizzo and Abby Shoemaker completed a five-week internship in Boozman’s Capitol Hill office. Throughout the program, they supported his staff by assisting with constituent services, leading U.S. Capitol tours and contributing to legislative, communications and administrative projects. Each intern also spent a day shadowing Boozman, gaining the unique opportunity to observe the responsibilities of a U.S. senator and the day-to-day work of the Senate.

Anna Abston is from Little Rock and graduated from Pulaski Academy in 2023. She is a rising senior at the University of Arkansas studying economics with plans to attend law school upon graduation. She currently serves as the 105th Chief Justice of the Judicial Branch of Associated Student Government and has held roles in Chi Omega as well as Voter Outreach, Involvement, and Civic Education (VOICE), a registered student organization that she helped co-found in 2024.

Catie Brewer is from Conway and a 2023 graduate of St. Joseph Catholic School. She is a rising senior at the University of Central Arkansas, where she is double majoring in political science and communications. Catie is an active member of the Public Administration Club and early alumna member of Sigma Kappa. After graduating, she plans to pursue a joint Juris Doctor and Master of Public Relations degree.

Ellie Gilbert is from Fayetteville and graduated from Fayetteville High School in 2023. She is a rising senior studying marketing and legal studies through the Sam M. Walton College of Business honors program at the University of Arkansas. Ellie serves as Vice President of Standards for Kappa Kappa Gamma and is a member of the All-University Conduct Board. She has also served in the Associated Student Government Senate and participated in the university’s ambassador program. Ellie plans to graduate in early in December before attending law school next fall.

Anna Hale is from Fort Smith and a 2023 graduate of Northside High School. She is a rising senior at the University of Arkansas double majoring in political science and legal studies with plans to graduate in December. On campus, Anna is a member of Phi Mu, Associated Student Government, Order of Omega and Volunteer Action Center. Following graduation, Anna hopes to begin her career on Capitol Hill and attend law school.

Lauren Magre is from Fayetteville and graduated from Fayetteville High School in 2023. She is a rising senior at Georgetown University pursing a degree in mathematics with minors in French and francophone studies in addition to justice and peace studies. Lauren is involved with Georgetown Students for Prison Justice, Hoya Taxa, the Pre-Law Society, Hoya Blue and Club Basketball. She plans to attend law school after graduating and is interested in a career in public service.

George Rizzo is from Warrenton, Virginia, and recently graduated summa cum laude from the University of Mary Washington (UMW) with a degree in business administration and a minor in financial and quantitative analysis. On campus, he served as Chairman of the Finance Club and developed a strong interest in the intersection of business, finance and public policy. George will begin pursuing a Master of Business Administration at William & Mary’s Raymond A. Mason School of Business this fall.

Abby Shoemaker is from Bentonville and a 2023 graduate of Bentonville High School. She is a rising senior at the University of Arkansas, double majoring in political science and social studies education. Abby serves as Chief of Staff for the Associated Student Government, building on her passion for state and local government and public policy. Upon graduating, Abby hopes to pursue a career in teaching, the nonprofit sector or government.

Carly Hickerson, Hayden Prescott and Sarah Reaves served in the senator’s Lowell and Little Rock offices, where they assisted with constituent relations and learned about the office’s casework services for Arkansans seeking assistance with federal agencies.

Hayden Prescott is from Frisco, Texas, and graduated from Frisco Memorial High School in 2022. He is a senior at the University of Arkansas studying political science with a pre-law emphasis. On campus, Hayden is a member of Beta Upsilon Chi. After graduating, Hayden plans to attend law school.

Sarah Reaves is from Maumelle and a 2023 graduate of Central Arkansas Christian. She is a rising senior at the University of Arkansas studying mathematics with a minor in legal studies. On campus, Sarah participates in Passionate About Literacy and Order of Omega. She is also a member of Delta Delta Delta. Upon graduation, Sarah plans to attend law school and pursue a career as an attorney.

Carly Hickerson is from Texarkana, Texas, and graduated from Texas High School in 2024. She is a rising junior at the University of Arkansas studying political science and international relations. On campus, Carly serves as a cross-cultural mentor and is an active member of Delta Delta Delta. She plans to attend law school following graduation.


Senate 340B Bipartisan Working Group Introduces Comprehensive 340B Reform Legislation

Sens. Boozman, Moran, Baldwin, Capito, Kaine & Hickenlooper unveil SUSTAIN 340B Act

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) – members of the Senate 340B Bipartisan Working Group – released the following statement after introducing sweeping legislation to reform the 340B program:

“We have received invaluable input from stakeholders throughout our process, and the legislation we are introducing reflects that feedback by aiming to provide greater stability, clarity, and transparency in the 340B program. The SUSTAIN 340B Act makes comprehensive reforms to the program while preserving its critical benefits that support eligible health care providers and the patients they serve throughout the country. By continuing to work together in bipartisan fashion, we are committed to strengthening the 340B program and helping make certain it remains accessible to serve patients and communities for years to come.”

The SUSTAIN 340B Act would:

Sense of Congress – Reiterate the original intent of the 340B program and clarify the program provides point-of-purchase discounts, as opposed to rebates.

Contract Pharmacy – Codify covered entities’ use of contract pharmacies while placing reasonable limitations including registration, audits of covered entities with a large number of contract pharmacies, and standardization of contractual requirements between covered entities and contract pharmacies. The bill does not place numeric or geographic limitations on the use of contract pharmacies.

Patient Definition – Establish the definition of an eligible patient under the 340B program and covered services for these patients. It also adds requirements and oversight for 340B patients being dispensed 340B drugs through referrals to non-covered entities.

340B Rebate Model Pilot Program – End any 340B Rebate Model program within one year and require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) transition to the clearinghouse established in the legislation.

Child Sites – Establish that child sites must be wholly owned and integrated with the parent covered entity, disincentivizes child site acquisitions with the sole purpose of expanding 340B footprints, and directs HHS to establish registration and oversight procedures.

Supporting Transparency – Place new annual reporting requirements on covered entities relating to their utilization of the 340B program.

Strengthening Program Integrity – Give HHS authority to establish auditing and reporting procedures for compliance under the 340B program and authorize removal of covered entities who are found in noncompliance and do not implement corrective action plans.

Preventing Duplicate Discounts – Establish a 340B data clearinghouse operated by an independent, third-party entity to prevent diversion and duplicate discounts in the 340B program.

Patient Financial Assistance – Require covered entities to establish a standard, transparent patient financial assistance policy for patients at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Supporting Equitable Treatment of Covered Participants – Prevent insurers from discriminating against 340B covered entities and their contract pharmacies.

User Fee Program – Establish a user fee program for participation in the 340B program to pay for program administration, including the clearinghouse.

Studies and Reports – Require reports to Congress on hospital debt collection practices, dispensing fees, and data collection system integration.

Additional Resources – Authorize three million dollars annually for five years for conducting oversight and enforcement and nine million dollars annually for four years for bill implementation.

Definitions – Establish definitions for “child site” and “contract pharmacy.”

Items to note:

The 340B program requires that drug manufacturers who participate in Medicaid and Medicare provide certain non-profit health care providers, hospitals and clinics (covered entities) a discount on outpatient drugs. The 340B program enables covered entities to use these savings to provide more comprehensive services to eligible patients and their communities.

The Senate 340B Bipartisan Working Group has existed for more than a decade and is comprised of members who support the 340B program and are committed to sustaining it.

In the 118th Congress, the group sought stakeholder feedback on how to improve the 340B program and released a bipartisan discussion draft to strengthen it. The draft reflected the group’s belief that the program provides a critical benefit to eligible providers by helping them stretch federal resources to deliver health care services to the patients they serve, while also addressing concerns about program ambiguity and the need for greater transparency and accountability.

Full text of the legislation can be found here.


ICYMI: U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins America’s Newsroom on Fox News to Discuss Iran, Michigan Senate Democratic Primary Results

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today joined America’s Newsroom on Fox News with Bill Hemmer. She praised President Trump for continuing to put pressure on Iran to come to the negotiating table and spoke about the Michigan Senate Democratic primary election results, where Abdul El-Sayed, a radical socialist, won his election.

On President Trump’s continued pressure campaign to secure a deal with Iran:

“President Trump is the ultimate dealmaker. You can see what has happened through the coming weeks, the strength that he has projected. Look, Iran knows when President Trump speaks, he means it … He has said we have to have complete nuclear disarmament. He wants to make sure that they don’t have the missile capabilities that we now see that they did have. And I’m so grateful to President Trump for diminishing that … President Trump is doing what someone should have done 47 years ago. He has said, when you say ‘Death to America,’ I am going to believe you, and I’m going to hold you accountable and make sure that my citizens are safe. I think that he has got them in a position where they are looking for a pathway forward now, and I am grateful for his leadership on this.”

On Democratic Socialist Abdul El-Sayed:

“Look, Bill, this is a sad day for America. I mean, the fact that this man could win an election is absolutely unbelievable. We know that this Democratic Socialists of America movement has shown us that they do nothing but hate America. We saw them, actually, on your very network, talking about all of the things they wanted to see: no ICE … no police. They essentially wanted to do away with the government, no jails …

“[W]hen it comes to Iran … he is actually a jihadist sympathizer. We saw him just two days ago, El-Sayed, at a pool party with Hasan Piker, who said that America deserved 9/11. These are not people who stand with us and for our values, and they’re infiltrating from within. We have to make sure to stand firmly and say, we love this country.”

On last night’s election results:

“That tells me that the Democratic Socialists have taken over the Democratic Party, and we have to stand up to it and stand firmly. The future of our country is at stake.”

You can watch the full interview here.

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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Introduces and Questions President Trump’s Nominee to Serve as U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama, Justice Greg Cook, Presides Over Witness Panel

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today introduced and questioned Alabama Supreme Court Justice Greg Cook, President Trump’s nominee to serve as U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama. Justice Cook, a native of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, serves as an associate justice on the Alabama Supreme Court.

During the hearing, Senator Britt had the opportunity to preside over the second witness panel, which included Justice Cook.

U.S. Senator Katie Britt and Alabama Supreme Court Justice Greg Cook

In her introduction, Senator Britt expressed her strong support for Justice Cook’s nomination:

“It is an absolute honor today to be able to introduce one of Alabama’s finest, Alabama Supreme Court Justice Greg Cook, who I am fortunate to call a friend. Welcome to you and your entire family. In my opinion, this day has been a long time in the making … I am so delighted that President Trump chose Greg to fill the role there in the judgeship in the Northern District of Alabama.

“Greg has served at the Alabama Supreme Court as an associate justice since 2022. He has reviewed and written numerous opinions on some of the state’s most complex, both criminal and civil cases, that were in front of him. He has an impeccable record of service … [H]e applies the law fairly and diligently to everyone who comes in front of him … [H]e spent years at one of our most distinguished firms and the state of Alabama, 32 years to be exact, earning the rank there of partner. But prior to that, he served in the Air Force. Greg made the rank of Captain and also continued to serve our nation in the Air Force Reserves. This is in his blood: love of country, service to those around him, in his community, in his family, in his state, and now for his nation.

“Greg graduated from Duke, also went on to Harvard Law, and despite the accolades that he’s received in his life, the thing that has always been most important to Greg is his family. I say that because of the values that were instilled in him in the Shoals growing up. He loves his children, he loves his wife, his church, his community, and he has consistently bettered himself to be able to answer the call. I had an opportunity about four years ago to really get to know Greg. We had traveled around the state together and I got to see him interact with Alabamians. I got to see him connect with them, want to know what was happening and how he could be helpful. I also got to learn that he wrote ‘Alabama Rules of Civil Procedure’ book, which was quite a thick book, that shows he not only knows the law, he loves the law, and I have every faith and confidence and his ability to answer this call.

“Greg, thank you for being willing to serve. You are such a fine human being. Your character is unmatched, your diligence, (and) your intellect. I know that you will uphold the Constitution and you will apply the law faithfully in every single circumstance, and that you will be thoughtful about the role that that you are stepping into in a way that’s going to make every one of us proud … I urge all of my colleagues to vote for Greg. And boy, it was an honor to be able to send your resume forward. And I appreciate President Trump for seeing what I saw on that piece of paper and in this human being in front of us.”

In her first line of questioning, Senator Britt asked Judge Cook to describe his judicial philosophy: “I have heard you talk consistently about you being boring and predictable. Do you mind telling my colleagues a little bit about your judicial philosophy and what you will be like on the federal bench?”

Justice Cook replied, “I do believe in public service. That’s why I spent four years in the Air Force, and that’s why I spent all that time with the campaign trail together, going to all 67 counties in Alabama and driving 80,000 miles, because I believe in public service … I’ve written a two volume treatise on the rules of civil procedure. It’s frankly a boring book, but it’s a great reference tool. And it reflects, like you say, that I’m a boring and predictable person, but I’ve accumulated 35 years of experience now between my time and the firm and my time on the bench, and I want to be able to bring that service and that experience and that knowledge to bear in the federal system. And I think I can help the wheels of justice move and justly.”

Following Senator Britt’s question on his approach to novel questions of law, Justice Cook responded, “Well, on the (Alabama) Supreme Court, if I get a novel issue, I’m always looking at the text. The text is always the first thing you look at, and you look at the original public meaning of the text … Because the subjective intent of the legislators is really not relevant. What we care about is the words they passed. That’s part of the separation of powers, is that we enact the laws and then … our court determines what the law is. We don’t determine what it should be, we determine what it is.”

Senator Britt concluded her questioning by asking each witness to speak directly to the Judiciary Committee. Justice Cook responded, saying, “I’m just incredibly honored to have the opportunity, Senator, and I just want to thank you and the President for that opportunity.”

You can watch the Senator’s introductory remarks for Justice Cook here, and her questioning here.

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U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Marsha Blackburn, Colleagues Seek to Permanently Restore Biological Sex Standard

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and nine of their Senate colleagues introduced the Title IX Clarification Act, which would ensure Title IX anti-discrimination requirements tied to federal education funding are based on biological sex and not “sexual orientation or gender identity.”

“President Trump has taken decisive action through executive orders to protect young women on campuses across the country. Now, we must ensure these protections are codified into federal law,” said Senator Britt. “We saw the Biden-Harris Administration cave to the woke mob and allow Title IX to be abused in ways that permitted biological men to infringe on girls’ sports and spaces. We cannot let that happen again, and this legislation will restore regulatory clarity to ensure it does not.”

For more than 50 years, Title IX has protected equal educational opportunities by prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex. In recent years, however, woke ideology has sought to redefine the law beyond Congress’ original intent, creating uncertainty for schools and undermining protections for women and girls.

At the beginning of his second term, President Trump revoked a Biden-era Executive Order that directed the U.S. Secretary of Education to interpret Title IX anti-discrimination language “on the basis of sex” to cover “discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.”

The Title IX Clarification Act would clarify that the term “sex” refers only to an individual’s biologically determined status as male or female where Title IX prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance.

“The Biden administration weaponized Title IX to force women to compete with men in sports and allow men to invade women’s spaces,” said Senator Blackburn. “Thankfully, President Trump restored common sense in Title IX, and now Congress must codify these protections for women into law to prevent future abuse. The Title IX Clarification Act would ensure that common sense, not leftist ideology, governs federal education funding tied to Title IX requirements to protect young women.”

Specifically, this legislation would restore Title IX’s original meaning by affirming Congress’ original intent to protect women’s educational opportunities and address concerns raised by the Supreme Court during the January 2026 oral arguments regarding transgender participation in women’s sports during which Justice Neil Gorsuch noted that Congress has not clearly defined Title IX’s requirements for states accepting federal funds and suggested that any departure from the historical understanding of “sex” as biological sex raises Spending Clause concerns unless Congress acts explicitly. It would also establish clear statutory definitions of “male” and “female” within Title IX, eliminating ambiguity and preventing taxpayer dollars from being used to support ideological redefinitions of sex.

Senators Britt and Blackburn were joined by Senators Jim Justice (R-W.Va.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), and Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.).

Senator Britt is a champion of preserving Title IX protections for women and girls in sports. She is a strong supporter of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 and recently helped introduce the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act to protect the status of biological women in the Daughters of the American Revolution.

You can read the full text of the bill here.

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