Today, Chairman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) questioned witnesses during the House Financial Services Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions, hearing entitled “Protecting Americans' Savings: Examining the Economics of the Multi-Billion Dollar Romance Confidence Scam Industry.” Background: Confidence scams are a deceptive… Read more »

Allowing illegal immigrants to vote in U.S. elections is akin to letting criminals create laws and hand out punishments. Just as lawbreakers would shape a legal system to serve their interests, those who enter the country illegally could influence policies that benefit their circumstances, undermining the integrity of the democratic process. The principle of law and citizenship in a… Read more »

Next week the halls of the Capitol will fill back up as we return from our district work period. While I can assure you, we have a long list of priorities to finish out for the year, we face a crucial moment in our fight against a devastating crisis that has taken root in our communities: the opioid epidemic. This issue is not a distant problem; it is right here, affecting our friends,… Read more »

Many of you may have had the chance to journey to the State Fairgrounds in Sedalia this August, joining fellow Missourians in celebrating the best of our state’s agricultural traditions. Whether you were there to marvel at the dairy cattle, sheep, and swine or simply to savor your favorite fair foods, the Missouri State Fair offers a unique glimpse into the heart of our agricultural… Read more »

As the Third District of Missouri approaches the start of a new school year, excitement and anticipation fill the air. From the rolling hills of Gasconade County to the streets of Jefferson City, our communities are buzzing with preparations for the return to the classroom. In every town and area across the district, teachers, parents, and students are working together to ensure a… Read more »

Whether you’re at the Lake, in Hermann, or out in my neck of the woods in St. Elizabeth, I’m sure you can name your favorite local Mom and Pop shop - a family diner, a boutique or a local grocery. Small businesses sustain Main Street America by giving back to their community—they provide jobs and food to our local communities and are a way of life for many who own one. Growing up in St.… Read more »

The Founding Fathers' vision of an independent judiciary system is rooted in the U.S. Constitution and the lifetime appointment of Supreme Court Justices. Centuries ago, this principle was established to insulate justices from political pressures and ensure impartiality. It has been a cornerstone of American democracy since 1789. By granting justices life tenure, the Supreme Court can… Read more »

Just 102 days before the 2024 Presidential election, the Democrats have stripped nearly 14 million voters of their right to choose their candidate. You might ask, how is Biden dropping out of the race a bad thing? Just last week, millions of us watched the Republican National Convention on TV, where former President Donald Trump was unanimously selected as our party nominee. While our… Read more »

Today – House Financial Service Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions Chairman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) and Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party Chairman John Moolenaar (MI-02) introduced The PRC Risk Transparency Act in an effort to enhance transparency, manage risks, and ensure accountability for entities with… Read more »

Over the last week, many of us have had time to reflect on last Saturday’s events at former President Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. A despicable and cowardly act of violence not only nearly took the life of a former U.S. President but also endangered the lives of hundreds of innocent men, women, and children – something no one should have to endure. I want to reiterate, an… Read more »