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Around this time of year, I get lots of calls from constituents who are concerned about daylight saving time and its negative impact during the fall and winter months. I have heard from many that there are several health problems associated with time change year after year. Studies suggest permanent daylight saving time has the potential to decrease the risk of car accidents and crime, as… Read more »

Congratulations to our new Speaker of the House, Congressman Mike Johnson! We have a lot of work on the horizon, but our conference is finally united and the House is great hands moving forward. Let's go!! Read more »

Over the weekend, it was quietly announced that we broke another monthly record for illegal immigration along our southern border. Almost 303,000 that we know about in September alone. That includes 269,735 who were apprehended by our Border Patrol, plus 33,203 who were chased by authorities but managed to escape into our country. Think about that. Over THIRTY-THREE THOUSAND illegal… Read more »

Civilized nations often try to appease terrorists, hoping to avoid conflict. Yet when a sub-human organization like Hamas has no interest in appeasement, especially when their stated mission is the death of every Jew, Israel’s only option is to fight back. Those who believe peace with terrorists can be negotiated are simply wrong, as history has proven repeatedly. So here we are. A… Read more »

Jim Jordan is a proven conservative with a unique ability to unite and motivate. He's exactly what the House needs right now as we're facing critical issues both at home and afar. Yet the establishment Republicans are fighting against Jim Jordan because they fear he’ll actually do what he says he’ll do. Namely, reduce spending! If you’re a big-government politician (especially a… Read more »

If you're a constituent or know someone having trouble leaving Israel, please contact my office at 803-327-1114. My congressional staff is available to provide guidance and help with resources available through the U.S. State Department. Also be sure to monitor the State Department's website for the latest information along with contact information for the U.S. Embassy in Israel. Read more »

Honestly, I’m not listening to “outrage” from those upset about the ouster of Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker… particularly from a few of my colleagues here in D.C. who haven’t been equally as outraged about this nation’s state of affairs. Tell me: 📛 Where’s the outrage over our $33 trillion national debt? 📛 Where’s the outrage over our $2 trillion deficit this year alone? 📛… Read more »

Joe Biden’s silence is deafening. Hundreds murdered in Palestinian terror attacks. He isn’t scheduled to speak until 1pm tomorrow?? What a joke.  We need a president who will protect Americans and our closest allies at all costs. Read more »

The Wall Street Journal is reporting Iran may have played an integral role in the massacre in Israel. Iran is said to have been actively involved in the planning and green lighting of the attack, according to senior members of Hamas, the terrorist organization responsible for the unprovoked attack on Israel. This has wide-ranging implications. Iran is a known sponsor of terrorism around… Read more »

Another great victory for religious liberties! This concerns faith-based adoption agencies like Miracle Hill Ministries right here in South Carolina. It’s an issue I’ve written about several times over the years. To refresh your memory, Miracle Hill is a Christian ministry. They specialize in placing foster children with Christian parents, in a Christian environment. In remaining true to… Read more »