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It was the summer of 1787 when 55 delegates from 12 of the 13 original states converged on Philadelphia for the Constitution Convention. Their average age: 42 years old. Those delegates spent the next 115 days working on the framework for our new government, and 41 were present when their work was finally complete. On September 17th of that year, 39 signatures were applied to the… Read more »

Every so often, even a divided Congress has an opportunity to accomplish something worthwhile in a bipartisan manner. The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is precisely one of those opportunities. Here's my op-ed from September 16th on the #USMCA, and why Congress should pass this beneficial agreement without delay. http://bit.ly/usmca-op-ed Read more »

This was the right decision from the U.S. Supreme Court. Nobody questions the fact that there are places like the Northern Triangle countries of Central America where people live in legitimate fear. But if you're seeking asylum from one of those nations, you should do so at the first country you come to where you're no longer in jeopardy. (Mexico, in this case.) You shouldn't be able to… Read more »

Interesting data released yesterday from the U.S. Census Bureau: ✅ Nationally, the poverty rate in 2018 dropped 0.5% from 2017. This was the 4th consecutive annual decline in U.S. poverty rates, which is good news. ✅ Poverty rates for children decreased 1.2% last year. Also good news. ✅ Poverty rates for families (defined as "two or more people related by birth,… Read more »

I was honored to participate in yesterday’s ceremony promoting Lieutenant Colonel Scott Sanford to the rank of Colonel. At 44 years old, he has served the U.S. Army in multiple deployments throughout the world, including Germany, Albania, Iraq, and India, as well as numerous assignments stateside. Throughout his career, Colonel Sanford has earned multiple decorations and awards for his… Read more »

For anyone who may need it, I've compiled a list of important resources to help those who may be affected by Hurricane #Dorian. This document can be downloaded from the link below.   While we hope and pray this storm remains safely out at sea, it's important to be prepared, and know where to turn if help is… Read more »

Those who work for our intelligence agencies have a responsibility to protect sensitive information. It’s in their culture. It’s in their training. And it’s in their employment agreement. According to the official report released moments ago from the Office of Inspector General, “Former Director Comey failed to live up to this responsibility.” He set a “dangerous example” for FBI… Read more »

He's been called legendary, but that's a monumental understatement. After 35 years and over 2,500 "locates" in his duties as a K-9 officer, Sgt. Randy Clinton is retiring from the York County Sheriff's Office. Sgt. Clinton, thank you for your service and God bless. (When a missing person, victim, suspect, etc. is found, that's referred to as a "locate.") Full… Read more »

We need a solid trade agreement with our neighbors to the north and south, and the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement is just that. Yesterday, I joined Congressman Jeff Duncan, William Timmons, Congressman Tom Rice, and Vice President Mike Pence in Anderson, SC to promote this deal. Ultimately it'll help American workers, American farms, and American industries. It's time for… Read more »

Well, we're exhausted from travel, but Elaine and I are thrilled to have finally arrived in Israel. We've been looking forward to this journey for a long time. Shortly after landing, we joined a Jerusalem family for their traditional Sabbath evening dinner. It was an honor to be invited. It's going to be a busy week ahead, filled with educational seminars, tours, briefings, and… Read more »