Op-Eds
OP-ED: Senate Democrats, Let’s Avoid This Shutdown
Washington Post On Wednesday, Oct. 1, the federal government will shut down if legislation isn’t passed to extend its funding. Important government programs will be suspended, government services will be shuttered and government employees, including military personnel, will temporarily be without a paycheck. Everything from certain veterans’ health care programs to food assistance for needy families could be affected. But there is no reason this needs to happen. Republicans in Congress have pu… Continue Reading
09.08.25
OP-ED: A Nominations Rules Change Is Coming
Breitbart For decades, Democrats and Republicans have regularly cooperated to swiftly confirm the many, many individuals selected by each president to serve in their administration. Regardless of the party in the White House, both sides have long agreed that a president deserves to have his or her administration in place, quickly. That doesn’t mean we don’t disagree. But it does mean when nominees are held up, opposed, or blocked—it’s for a legitimate purpose, not for leverage in partisan game… Continue Reading
06.23.25
OP-ED: A Generational Opportunity for Strength, Prosperity
All eyes will be on the United States Senate this week as we endeavor to pass the shared Republican agenda of American strength, security, and prosperity. With the Republican reconciliation bill, we have the opportunity to deliver. It is one that doesn’t come around often, and our country stands to benefit greatly by Republicans seizing this moment and getting this bill across the finish line. In large part, this bill is the culmination of President Trump’s campaign promises and the promises t… Continue Reading
05.21.25
OP-ED: The Senate Will Overturn California’s Electric Vehicle Mandate
Washington Examiner Even in an institution as storied as the U.S. Senate, issues arise that have not been previously litigated, and a unique question is posed to this body. Such is the case of the California Clean Air Act waivers, which aim to implement a stringent electric vehicle mandate that would affect not just the state of California but the whole country. There is nothing novel about how to proceed with the rules an agency presents to Congress. Congress regularly receives and overturns… Continue Reading
04.16.25
OP-ED: First 100 Days of GOP Senate Majority Has Accomplished Much, and Here’s What is Coming Next
Fox News Saturday marked 100 days of the new Republican majority in the U.S. Senate, and we’ve been keeping our foot on the gas. We’ve spent 13 weeks in session, including the longest continuous period of session in 15 years, and the Senate has taken more votes at this point than in any other Congress since at least the Reagan era. We have a lot to show for it. We confirmed the president’s Cabinet at the fastest pace in more than 20 years, despite Democrat obstruction, and we are building out … Continue Reading
01.20.25
OP-ED: Congress is Ready to Work With President Trump to Deliver on Mandate from Americans
Fox News After four years of inflation, chaos at our borders, and weakness on the world stage, the United States is turning the page. President Trump’s inauguration will usher in a new era focused on American strength - including a strong economy, a strong border and a strong military. I expect we will see the president take action immediately to secure the border and undo Biden administration policies that threaten America’s energy security. And Republicans in Congress will work tirelessly to… Continue Reading
