Category Archives: Capitol Hill Updates

House Republican Whip Scalise to Lead CODEL to Southern Border

WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.) will lead a delegation of 10 members to the southern border this week to see firsthand the devastating national security, humanitarian, and health crisis that President Biden has created with his disastrous immigration policies that have caused an unprecedented migrant surge. Members will arrive this Thursday, April 8th, and […]

Senate Republican Leader McConnell: Corporations Shouldn’t Fall for Absurd Disinformation on Voting Laws

‘There is no consistent or factual standard being applied here. It’s just a fake narrative gaining speed by its own momentum… Businesses must not use economic blackmail to spread disinformation and push bad ideas that citizens reject at the ballot box.’   LOUISVILLE, KY – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) issued the following statement regarding […]

Sen. Rick Scott: Biden’s Disastrous Tax & Spend Agenda is Killing America

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Rick Scott released the below statement as President Joe Biden announced his latest plan to increase America’s debt and raise taxes on American families and businesses.   Senator Rick Scott said, “Democrats in Washington think the answer to every problem is higher taxes and endless deficit spending. They say it’s the only […]

McConnell: Democrats’ Non-Infrastructure “Infrastructure” Proposal a Missed Opportunity

‘Every time that far-left dogma clashes with the interests of American families, today’s Democrats pick the dogma.’ LOUISVILLE, KY – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) issued the following statement regarding the Administration’s so-called “infrastructure” proposal: “Our nation could use a serious, targeted infrastructure plan. There would be bipartisan support for a smart proposal. Unfortunately, the […]

The Pandemic Response Report

What’s Important Biden Follows Republican Roadmap and Sets New Goal of 200 Vaccine Doses in 100 Days: Last week, President Biden followed Republicans’ advice and set a new vaccine goal of administering 200 million vaccines in 100 days. Two months ago, Republican Whip and Select Subcommittee Ranking Member Steve Scalise (R-La.) called on President Biden to develop a new plan […]

Sen. Rick Scott: Biden, Buttigieg Tax Hikes Will Hurt Hardworking American Families

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Rick Scott released the below statement after Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said a vehicle mileage tax is under consideration to fund Biden’s massive infrastructure plan, which could cost as much as $4 trillion in American taxpayer dollars. Senator Scott asked Secretary Buttigieg in his January nominee hearing about tax increases, and he admitted he’s open to raising the […]

Graham Introduces Legislation to Stop Asylum Abuse and Reclaim Control of our Southern Border

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today introduced legislation, the Secure and Protect Act of 2021, to reform broken policies and stop abuse of our asylum laws. The problem has been exacerbated by President Biden, who in one of his first actions upon taking office, eliminated the ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy implemented by President Trump which […]

McConnell: Democrats’ Power Grab Would Invite “Total Chaos” in Elections

‘We cannot afford to go further down this road. We should be finding ways to rebuild trust. Not destroy it further. But that’s exactly what a partisan power grab would guarantee. And that’s what S. 1 is all about.’ March 24, 2021 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today at the […]

House Republican Whip Scalise: “The Pandemic Response Report”

What’s Important CDC Finds Virtual School Places Hardships on Parents and Students & Eases Social Distancing Requirements: Last week, the CDC released a survey showing virtual school places stress on both parents and children and poses risks to their mental health and well-being. It also announced new guidance easing social distancing requirements at schools. Both add to the mounting evidence that schools must […]

Graham to DHS Secretary: Change Course or Change Jobs

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) made this statement on the Biden Administration immigration policies, which are creating a crisis at our southern border. “It is clear to me the Biden Administration has lost control of the border. Under its current leadership, it doesn’t have either the will or capability to fix the […]