Former US Rep. IL 13 (2013-2023). #1 Busch Light and Nickelback defender in Congress.
Taylorville, IL
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There will be no delay in the #2020Election. Congress sets the election date, and it should not be changed. It will be held on November 3rd, as planned and required by law.
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I was w/ @SteveScalise and others when a deranged, GOP-hating gunman opened fire on us. This rhetoric hurts our country. We may disagree on policy, but I would never call Dem colleagues in Congress enemies of the state. Speaker Pelosi should apologize for her dangerous rhetoric.
🚨 Disgusting: Nancy Pelosi just called Republicans "domestic enemies.”
I was shot because of this kind of unhinged rhetoric.
Where’s the media outrage?
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What an amazing moment honoring a Central IL native & his widow. Thank you to all our men & women in uniform for your service & sacrifice.
.@POTUS recognizes Carryn Owens, widow of U.S. Navy Special Operator, Senior Chief William "Ryan" Owens. #Jointsession #JointAddress
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President @BarackObama, who are the Republicans in your home state that drew these gerrymandered districts?
Obama says GOP gerrymandering is 'not how democracy is supposed to work' | @CNNPaul & @KellyMena cnn.com/2021/12/08/politics/…
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As we heard yesterday, this is about growing the middle class and creating jobs that allow people to succeed.
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Democrats just voted to:
✔️Publicly finance politicians’ campaigns
✔️Infringe on Americans’ free speech
✔️Have elections run by the DC swamp
#HR1 is not for the people.
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Not a better way to talk transportation issues and share a few stories and laughs than a great bike ride with @SecretaryPete this morning.
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.@RepHagedorn and I serve on the @HouseAgGOP and we’re looking forward to @POTUS to signing the #USMCA. This is a big deal for Illinois farmers!
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I was there with Whip Scalise, and it was heartbreaking to see this happening. We need to take action immediately at the federal level, and that must start with President Biden reversing some of his executive actions on immigration.
🚨 I visited the Donna processing facility yesterday.
These are the videos Joe Biden & Kamala Harris don't want you to see.
This is the devastating result of their disastrous left-wing immigration agenda.
RT so everyone can see what they’re trying to hide. This is child abuse.
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Stifling the voice of the minority is no way to lead Congress and speaks more to how weak the Democrats’ argument is in favor of this partisan bill that prevents the President from defending the United States.
Actions speak louder than words. Speaker Pelosi claims she's "a big respecter of the rights of the minority in the Congress of the US.”
So why is she sneaking national security legislation into an unrelated bill about a ceremonial coin? To restrict debate & silence the minority.
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On Thursday, I asked for a vote on the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. House Democrats rejected it for the 14th time. Democrats have continued to block this legislation, but we will keep fighting to save the lives of newborn babies.
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With all due respect, @GovPritzker, the US Govt. doesn't run IDES. You do. You administer and process the UI benefits paid for by taxpayers. You knew full well that your executive orders would force Illinoisans out of a work, and still allowed claims to pile up.
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Republicans have laid out a plan to get Congress safely back to work on essential bills like the NDAA, WRDA to maintain our waterways, and others. Speaker Pelosi needs to work with us to implement it. medium.com/beat-the-virus/a-…
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Unbelievable. Even @GovPritzker won't commit to following his own guidance. For the rest of us, "stay at home" doesn’t mean “pick which mansion you’d like to spend your holiday.” More hypocrisy from our out-of-touch Governor.
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Clearly it’s not been a good summer for us 😁
This video shows the USS Rodney M. Davis exploding and sinking as part of a multi-nation exercise. herald-review.com/news/world…
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My colleague @RepSwalwell and I introduced the Meals on Wheels for Kids Act to deliver healthy meals to children in rural areas who often rely on nutritious school-provided meals during the school year, but can’t get to summer meal sites. Read more: rodneydavis.house.gov/news/d…
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Nancy Pelosi is trying to steal an election from a Republican because her candidate lost. This is politics at its worst, particularly since the Dems have spent months breathlessly saying how the 2020 elections were fair and free from undue influence. Hypocrisy, plain and simple.
.@gstephanopoulos presses House Speaker Pelosi on House investigation of contested Iowa race: "Why investigate an election that was certified by the state?"
House Speaker Pelosi: "It was six votes and our candidate... asked for this process to begin." abcn.ws/3eAtDpF
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This is absolutely ridiculous. Congress appropriated over $65B last year for COVID-related K-12 school expenses. We can always do more to help schools reopen, but at this point, intransigent teachers unions like @CTULocal1 are the science-deniers holding back students.
In CNN interview with @ErinBurnett, Biden CoS Ron Klain sides with the teachers' unions in battle to reopen schools. Says schools unsafe to reopen until they get $$ for enhancements in the Biden stimulus legislation.
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It's time to set politics aside and pass Phase 3 to help the American people and businesses impacted by this pandemic. They shouldn't have to wait any longer.
✓ PHASE 1: Passed March 5
✓ PHASE 2: Passed March 18
✖ PHASE 3: Delayed by Democrats
The American people need action NOW.
We’re all in this together.
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If this pandemic has shown us anything, it’s that we need to be innovative in how we respond to this crisis, and that’s exactly what the FEED Act does. This bill helps support our local restaurant industry and provides meals to those in need.
rodneydavis.house.gov/news/d…
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Tonight @SpeakerRyan honored guests to #JointAddress including Elizabeth & Justin whose family has dedicated their lives to serve & protect
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This morning, I tested positive for COVID-19. I will continue to serve my constituents and #IL13 virtually from home while I quarantine and until I receive a negative test.
Read my full statement here: rodneydavis.house.gov/news/d…
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I thank God every day for the brave Capitol Police officers who saved the lives of my good friend @SteveScalise and all of us 5 years ago today.
Political violence is unacceptable. We must call it out. We settle our political differences at the ballot box, not with bullets.
5 years ago today, a leftist came to the baseball field to kill Republican Members of Congress.
We'd be dead if not for heroic police officers.
Sadly we're still seeing leftist violence 5 years later as they target Supreme Court Justices in their homes.
It must be called out.
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Just got phone back & saw 449 texts. Humbled by the support. Can't possibly respond to all but know I appreciate the kindness & concern.
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I read the classified memo related to the DOJ, FBI, & FISA & possible Russian collusion in the 2016 elections. I was disturbed by its contents & it should be released to the public. I signed a letter, with 63 of my colleagues, to HPSIC Chairman Nunes calling to #ReleaseTheMemo
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I'll be providing an update as Ranking Member of @HouseAdmnGOP on House preparations and guidance we've provided offices for dealing with Coronavirus. Be sure to tune in!
We are exploring all possible options to bridge the gap for working Americans who are being impacted by the coronavirus.
Tune into @HouseGOP's news conference with @SteveScalise, @RepLizCheney, @RodneyDavis, and me at 10am ET. gopleader.gov/live
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This is a sad day for our country. The lawlessness has got to stop. Protestors must leave the Capitol so Congress can resume the process of confirming the Electoral College vote. My staff and I are currently safe. More to say later.
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Speaker Pelosi is proposing a bill that includes many policies unrelated to the Coronavirus pandemic. We need to pass a bill that focuses every effort on providing relief to Americans & businesses struggling, not one party's political wishlist.
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A lot has changed since 1986. Our tax code hasn't been reformed since this pic was taken of me working at McDonald's. Time to simplify.
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It’s hard to sum up the lessons I’ve learned during my decades of service, so instead, I’d like to say thank you.
Thank you to the 13th District of Illinois for allowing me to represent you for the last 10 years.
It has been the honor of my lifetime.
Ranking Member @RodneyDavis addresses the House for one final time.
Thank you for your leadership and service, you will be missed.
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Cannot echo my friend and colleague @SteveScalise enough —thankful for my heroes Griner, Bailey, & the Alexandria PD who are the reasons we're able to be back on the field today. We owe a ton of gratitude to all of the US Capitol Police who protect us on Capitol Hill each day.
I think about the heroes when I think about June 14, 2017. This morning, I was honored to welcome one of those heroes—Special Agent Crystal Griner—back to the field at our #CongressionalBaseballGame practice. We'll forever be grateful for the courageous action of Capitol Police.
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We’re debating #HR1 [and the popularity of @Nickelback]. Tune in to @cspan to watch —> c-span.org/video/?458432-2/u…
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I'm disappointed that House Dems chose to pursue their Green New Deal priorities rather than work towards a bipartisan solution to fix our nation's roads and bridges. We need stable, long-term funding for our nation's Highway Trust Fund now. rodneydavis.house.gov/news/d…
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I’m proud to join my friend Rep. @TulsiGabbard on our bipartisan legislation to promote election integrity by ending ballot harvesting.
I'm calling on all Democrats & Republicans to join me in putting the interests of our country before the interests of our political party by standing together against ballot harvesting. HR8582 would end this corrupting practice that undermines the integrity of our democracy.
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#Taiwan has always been a strong ally to the United States. They've helped our country, many others, and their own respond effectively to COVID-19. That's why Taiwan should be allowed to fully participate in the @WHO's 74th World Health Assembly.
We need to #LetTaiwanHelp.
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When you hear the words #IronDome, remember this image. Iron Dome is a defensive weapon we developed with Israel, our #1 ally in the Middle East. It has saved countless lives in Israel, including American lives, from rocket attacks. Proud to support Iron Dome & #StandWithIsrael.
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Our tax code is as out of style as my hair in this 80s prom pic. Click to learn more &give thoughts on #TaxReform —> fairandsimple.gop/?utm_sourc…
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Please pray for Steve and all those injured.
CONGRESSMAN SHOT: House Majority Whip Congressman @SteveScalise, aides shot at baseball practice in Virginia, Fox News confirms.
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Yesterday we were briefed at the migrant facility near McAllen, TX. We also spoke with CBP personnel as they started their shift, & saw the trails along the Rio Grande that are used for crossings. CBP has a tough & dangerous job, & they don't get enough credit for what they do.
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There are many reasons I'm against impeachment. I wrote a recent op-ed laying out why it would be terrible for our country to continue with impeachment proceedings➡️ herald-review.com/opinion/co…
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BREAKING —> House takes major step toward repealing #Obamacare & replacing it w/ a #BetterWay
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Today & tomorrow I'll be joining @SteveScalise & others in TX to meet with law enforcement at the southern border to see the border crisis firsthand. From what I've learned so far, this crisis is the result of Biden Admin policies & rhetoric. More to come. valleycentral.com/news/house…
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President Biden’s executive order to halt construction of the Keystone XL pipeline & other environmental policies he’s pursuing will threaten energy & union jobs in IL & across the US.
You can read the full statement from @RepBost and me on the EO below: rodneydavis.house.gov/news/d…
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My family and I cannot say thank you enough to Special Agent David Bailey and Special Agent Crystal Griner.
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Glad to have my kids, Toryn, Griffin, and Clark, with me on the House floor today as the 116th Congress was sworn in. It’s an honor to represent Illinois’ 13th district in Washington.
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This is no laughing matter. I would simply ask that @POTUS and @VP visit the border and see the crisis that @SteveScalise and I saw - overcrowded facilities, overwhelmed law enforcement, and drug cartels taking advantage of the situation.
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Speaker Pelosi instituted a $5k fine (for the first offense) on members of Congress who don't walk through a metal detector before entering the House floor. It turns out the Speaker wasn't following her own rules. It's time to pay the fine, @SpeakerPelosi. foxnews.com/politics/calls-p…
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Presented former @Sports_EHS & future @IlliniMBB guard Mark Smith w/the Congressional Record entry for his Mr. Basketball Illinois award.
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"But we have to pass the bill so that you can find out what's in it" is how Speaker Pelosi governs.
#NoScoreNoVote
Let's be clear about what's happening:
Pelosi is attempting to ram this massive spending bill through WITHOUT the report from the Congressional Budget Office stating how much it costs.
What's she trying to hide?
Taxpayers deserve to know exactly how much this thing will cost.
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It’s my honor to join @RepBost and @RepShimkus in welcoming my friend and colleague @SteveScalise to the 21st Congressional Prayer Breakfast in Collinsville. He is a true reminder of the power of prayer.
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On this National Cancer Survivors Day, I'm so proud of the cancer survivors in my life, including my wife Shannon. Today is an opportunity to celebrate the more than 16.9 million Americans who have survived cancer. Together, we will beat this terrible disease.
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This is a historic and incredible day for Life and the unborn in America, a day that all of us in the pro-life movement have been praying for and working towards. The Supreme Court was absolutely right to overturn previous, wrongly-decided abortion decisions.
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I’d like to thank @POTUS for his invitation to the White House to discuss investing in America’s infrastructure. We had a great conversation about how important this issue is, and I take it as a good sign that the President shared his commitment to working in a bipartisan way.
This afternoon, I brought together a bipartisan group of lawmakers from the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. We’re committed to working across the aisle to build modern and sustainable infrastructure that once again leads the world.
ALT President Biden meets with lawmakers in the Oval Office
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Operation Warp Speed, initiated by the Trump Administration, has been a huge success. Joint efforts from vaccine manufacturers, scientists, public health officials, military leaders, and others have produced a safe, effective vaccine in record time.
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I know that words matter. I was on the receiving end of bullets at a Virginia baseball field in 2017 because a deranged gunman was intoxicated by politics. He was screaming "health care" as he shot at @SteveScalise, my Republican colleagues, and me.
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Since May, I’ve asked Speaker Pelosi through multiple letters and requests for a health monitoring plan that will help stop the spread and protect members, staff, press, and all of our essential workers to ensure Congress can continue to work on behalf of the American people.
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Heading to the White House to meet w/ @POTUS on how we can end this shutdown & secure our border. As a @McDonalds family, I’m personally hoping for some leftovers from last night’s @ClemsonFB dinner.
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You literally blame everyone but yourself for issues that are under your control – voter rejection of your tax hike, state finances, FOID backlog, UI claim backlog, the list goes on. Be a leader and take responsibility.
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Continuing to keep the families of these Marines and all our service men and women in my prayers.
The House just observed a moment of silence in memory of the 16 Marines who lost their lives in last week’s crash in Mississippi. #SemperFi
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Last week, I joined @SteveScalise and other members in a trip to the southern border. The immigration crisis unfolding is a direct result of the rhetoric & policies of the Biden Administration.
You can read my thoughts and other info about the trip below: rodneydavis.house.gov/news/d…
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More subpoenas have been issued this Congress than House bills signed into law. We need bipartisan solutions, not impeachment.
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Your taxes shouldn’t be lining politicians’ pockets. #HR1 would give up to $4.3 million dollars of taxpayers’ money to every candidate running for federal office.
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Democrats are abandoning our #1 ally in the Middle East, Israel, and empowering Hamas terrorists to launch more rocket attacks.
BREAKING → Democrats just pulled funding from the Iron Dome—the missile defense system that has saved countless lives in Israel from Hamas' rocket attacks.
While Dems capitulate to the antisemitic influence of their radical members, Republicans will always stand with Israel.
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You know what doesn’t help? Shutting down more and more small businesses by executive order and pushing tax hikes during a pandemic while agencies under your control bungle the pandemic response.
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Next year you won’t have to worry about filing under a complicated tax code. We made it simpler to save you time and headaches.
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Happy 109th National Day to the people of Taiwan! Your country is a beacon of freedom and democracy in the Asia-Pacific region. I look forward to working with colleagues on both sides of the aisle in Congress to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties between the U.S. and Taiwan.
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Get moved up a class by a student or two...no problem...just win 5A too! Congrats @Rocketnation1 @CoachLeonard3.
5A STATE CHAMPS
Rochester moves up a class and still dominates, 42-28 over St. Rita @Rocketnation1
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Shannon and I are so happy for our daughter Toryn and her new fiancé Matthew Winkler! I could not ask for a better man to become part of our family.
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So proud of our Redbird Grad! We love you so much and can’t wait to see the next chapter in your life.
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Today on #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay we say thank you to those who serve and protect. I'm especially grateful for David Bailey and Crystal Griner with the U.S. Capitol Police who protected us during the congressional baseball game practice shooting in 2017.
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Why the #AHCA is must-pass legislation —>
Retweet if you agree → Seven years of #Obamacare is enough.
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Democrats have been bragging for weeks that their reckless tax-and-spending bill "costs $0."
But those same Democrats don't want the Congressional Budget Office to scrutinize their proposal before the House votes on it.
American taxpayers deserve to know. #NoScoreNoVote
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Another tragic loss during COVID-19. Policymakers should consider all of the effects of mitigations. If someone you know needs help, please call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Making that call can save a life. Check in with loved ones. basketball.dailyherald.com/n…
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The @IRSnews has upgraded the Where's My Payment tool for tax filers to track and update their information. You can check it out here: irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-p…
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Proud to stand with my @HouseGOP colleagues today as we mark this important victory for Life and the unborn in the United States of America.
Today and every day, I'm proud to be #ProLife.
Today is a historic victory for the unborn.
House Republicans stand united in protecting and promoting the right to life.
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On this Peace Officers Memorial Day, we honor and remember the members of the law enforcement community who gave their last full measure of devotion in service to our communities. May God bless our police and their families. 🇺🇸
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What #Taxmas is all about. More money for hardworking taxpayers.
Here is what the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act means for you. (spoiler alert: it means you get to keep more of your own money.)
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President @BarackObama and @EricHolder sure have a lot to say about gerrymandering but have been awfully quiet about their Democrat friends in Illinois doing it. @baseballcrank
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Let's all take a moment and thank the transportation workers across the country who are now undergoing the historic effort to deliver an effective vaccine to eradicate COVID-19. Frontline workers everywhere will help us beat this virus once and for all. apnews.com/article/coronavir…
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Speaker Pelosi should immediately bring up the bipartisan border bill that the Senate passed 84-8 so it can be immediately signed by President Trump. It's been 58 days since the administration asked for this funding. Let's get it done now. washingtontimes.com/news/201…
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The policies of the Biden Administration are putting our national security at risk, endangering American lives.
We need to hold this Administration accountable, but Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats refuse to do so. It's far past time for Congress to step up.
Think about this:
Joe Biden handed advanced military equipment to terrorists who want to destroy America.
And he's leaving our southern border wide open.
This administration is a national security threat.
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The Taliban is pushing President Biden around. Shameful.
From @LucasFoxNews at the Pentagon. “URGENT: President Biden has made the decision and will NOT extend Aug. 31 deadline in Afghanistan for US evacuations: U.S. official tells Fox News”
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The Senate did what the American people want us to do: they worked in a bipartisan way to pass a bill to deal with the crisis at the border. I just asked Speaker Pelosi to immediately put this bill on the floor so we can solve this problem now.
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A little sore squatting today, but so thankful for the Republican and Democrat teams for the signed shin guards and so honored to have my friend @RepPfluger give me the game ending baseball at the mound last night.
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Tax cuts for the rich. Tax hikes for the middle class.
This is what House Democrats just passed in their reckless, tax-and-spend blowout.
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My mom died too young of lung cancer & my wife Shannon is a 20-year cancer survivor. I cannot vote for a bill (HR 3) that CBO has said will result in fewer new prescription drugs to treat or cure cancer, Alzheimer's, ALS, & so many others. We shouldn't have to choose. #MoreCures
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Please pray for our troops, civilians, and allies who are still in Afghanistan. The decisions of our leaders have placed them in harm's way.
The Pentagon has confirmed "an unknown number of casualties" in the Kabul airport explosion, @edokeefe reports. The State Department issued a security alert that U.S. citizens should avoid traveling to Kabul airport, and those who are there now should "leave immediately"
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Today is #MemorialDay. On this day and every day, we remember the fallen and honor their service and sacrifice to the United States of America. Those who made the ultimate sacrifice did so out of selflessness, duty, and service to our country. They should never be forgotten.
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The American economy gained a record 2.5m jobs in May, signaling the start of a recovery. We still have much work to do to get back to the record low unemployment levels we were seeing pre-pandemic, but this is an encouraging start.
cnbc.com/2020/06/05/jobs-rep…
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Congrats to former @IlliniFootball player Jihad Ward on being drafted by @RAIDERS yesterday. Going to a great team! #DraftDay #Draft2016
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