It’s a moment millions of veterans face at some point. After 25 years in the United States Air Force, Mike Hunsberger was ready to retire and take on the next phase of life. With plenty left in the tank and an enduring call to service, Mike considered how he might help other veterans and his St. Charles community.
“Early into my military career, I got some bad financial… Read more »
Tomorrow is Veterans Day, an important commemoration of our servicemembers. It is a day of mixed emotions, spanning pride for our country’s heroes as well as mourning for their sacrifices. I implore you to take at least a moment to recognize and appreciate the selfless contributions brave men and women of the armed forces have made for our… Read more »
Last week, we discussed the many appropriations bills Congress needs to pass to keep the government running. We are in the middle of that process now and are debating everything from the funding of the military to the operations of the Mark Twain National Forest.
While we certainly have plenty of domestic policy issues to work out, as I’m sure you are aware, we also face global… Read more »
After weeks of disorder, voting, and late nights at the Capitol, the House of Representatives has a new speaker: Mr. Mike Johnson of Louisiana. I was proud to support Mike, and I’m confident he will bring our conference together to advance sensible, responsible policy.
He has a tall task ahead. We are still staring down a Nov. 17 deadline to keep the government open, and Congress has… Read more »
Much like learning a second language, exposure to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) at an early age prepares students for ongoing success in an increasingly technological world. Unfortunately, elementary schools don’t have advanced robotics labs, and most parents can’t afford private coding lessons. A lack of available resources can impact a child’s educational… Read more »
The news coming from Israel is downright shocking. Horrific images and videos of heartless terrorists celebrating their destruction strike anger in our hearts and pain in our souls. Israel, our strongest ally in the Middle East, has the right and duty to defend itself against these criminals.
As we discuss the United States’ response, I’m sure many of you wonder what we can do to support… Read more »
By now, you’re probably sick of hearing about the “Motion to Vacate,” the “looming government shutdown,” and how Congress can’t seem to get its act together. I know you’re frustrated, as am I.
On Tuesday, eight self-proclaimed Republicans sided with every House Democrat to remove the Speaker of the House from his position. In doing so they’ve put a stop to the appropriations process to… Read more »
As we’ve discussed several times, small businesses currently face record-high inflation, supply-chain disruptions, workforce shortages, and other disadvantages crippling their ability to participate in our economy. These challenges come on the heels of Covid closures that rocked Main Street USA more than any large… Read more »
Nothing the Chinese Communist Party does is a coincidence or an accident. It has carried out strategic moves to bolster its competitive advantages, build an elite military, and increase its influence around the world. As the preeminent leader on the global stage, the United States represents both China’s greatest obstacle and, unfortunately, its greatest resource.
As my… Read more »
This week, Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy directed three House committees to open an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. The announcement follows alarming allegations and evidence regarding undisclosed foreign business dealings involving the president and his family. It is important to note that an impeachment inquiry does not automatically trigger an impeachment vote on… Read more »