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 »
Just about everything costs more nowadays. Each dollar in your pocket gets you less than last year, and gas prices in particular seem to rise with every trip to the pump. This week, AAA released data signaling the average cost for a gallon of gasoline in the United States has reached the highest summertime levels in over a decade.
Still, the price to fill up your vehicle varies from… Read more »
The August District Work Period is well underway, and I have been making my rounds in the Third District meeting with many of you. This is Congress’ longest district work period of the year and allows us to have the opportunity to visit all areas of our districts to meet with several constituents. Here are a few highlights from the week.
One of my meetings was with Missouri Head… Read more »
As one of the leading agricultural states in the nation, Missouri’s ag industry plays a huge role in supporting our state’s economy and is a major part of our way of life. Our state’s agricultural operations are not only feeding, clothing, and fueling Missouri and our country but the world. With a $94 billion dollar agriculture industry and the second most farms of any state in America… Read more »
Fentanyl is unfortunately an evil our nation continues to struggle with. In Missouri and across the country, lives continue to be taken by this deadly poison that has devastated communities and families alike. Just two milligrams – the size of 10-15 grains of table salt – is enough to take an adult life. And this deadly substance continues to flow into our country across our… Read more »
Over the last couple of years, flight issues and airport headaches have increased what feels like tenfold. Every year, the airlines will serve over 850 million American passengers. Like many Americans, I do my fair share of flying for work from Missouri to Washington, D.C. and have experienced countless delays without reason, overbookings, and frustrating cancellations. In modern day… Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Chairman of the National Security, Illicit Finance and International Financial Institutions Subcommittee led a hearing entitled, “Potential Consequences of FinCEN’s Beneficial Ownership Rulemaking.” Chairman Luetkemeyer’s opening remarks can be found below.
“Today’s hearing focuses on Beneficial Ownership, and… Read more »
