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Many of you know one of my daughters is a very talented Special Education teacher. And through her eyes, I see just how wonderful and amazing these children truly are. One of the great organizations that helps these children and young adults is the Special Olympics. It offers more than 30 Olympic-style sports for those with intellectual disabilities. It's a charity that I personally… Read more »

If you've been following the news of Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher, then you know we had *huge* win last weekend when the President ordered him moved to less restrictive confinement while awaiting his trial. I realize there is a process involved in transitioning Chief Gallagher to more appropriate accommodations. I've been in contact with his family and have also heard from Navy officials.… Read more »

Just a quick update on our effort to force a vote on the "Born Alive Abortion Survivors Act." (If you missed this story earlier in the week, I've shared the post below.) I'm happy to say we have 198 signatures on the petition, including all five House Republicans from South Carolina. But we're currently 20 signatures short - we need 218. If you're not in South Carolina's 5th District,… Read more »

Later this morning, the House is scheduled to vote on the Violence Against Women Act of 2019 (VAWA). And there’s some important information you need on this bill. Here we have a piece of legislation with such a virtuous title. (That’s by design to mitigate critics.) But it’s not until you look at the details that you understand the title is just providing cover to help advance the… Read more »

Yesterday, my Democratic colleagues in the House Budget Committee ignored their lawful responsibility to pass a budget out of committee for full consideration in the House. Why? Because they’re too split to agree on one. Party infighting is no excuse for failing to uphold this responsibility. While Republicans have our fair share of disagreements, we at least managed to pass a budget out… Read more »

Yesterday, I spoke with President Donald J. Trump by phone about U.S. Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher. It was a good conversation, and I appreciate the President being willing to reach out on this important issue. I'm pleased to report (as you may have already heard) that the President has decided to relocate Chief Gallagher to a less restrictive facility while awaiting his… Read more »

This is such a powerful symbol of service and sacrifice. Today, March 29th, is National Vietnam War Veterans Day. honoring all men and women who served in our Armed Forces between November 1, 1955 and May 15, 1975. Almost 58,000 names are engraved on this wall, representing those who gave their lives for our country. In total, more than 9 million Americans served during this period, and… Read more »

It's important that Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher receive a fair and impartial trial. And I have full confidence that will happen. In the meantime, however, he remains innocent until proven otherwise. Chief Gallagher is a two-time recipient of the Bronze Star, and served our nation on eight tours of duty under conditions most of us could not fathom. He deserves to be treated with dignity… Read more »

Just 10 days ago I voted with my colleagues to express our view that the findings of the Mueller investigation ought to be released. Today we are hearing the first details and the facts are clear: NO COLLUSION.  Is it finally time to end the posturing and start addressing some of the serious issues facing this… Read more »

This week I had the pleasure of visiting Nation Ford High School in #FortMill JROTC Leadership Class to present a Congressional Recognition to "Legion of Valor Bronze Cross" recipient, Cadet Madeleine Pollack.  Out of 35,000 #Marine JROTC Cadets, Pollack is one of only 5 nationwide to receive the annual highest honor award for her scholastic excellence in… Read more »