To think the devastation in Ukraine is taking place in the year 2022 is almost unimaginable. Vladimir Putin has invaded a sovereign nation completely unprovoked with the full force of the Russian military behind him. Since last Thursday when the attack began, Russian troops have attacked citizens with tanks, heavy artillery and missiles. Putin has put what true evil looks like on full… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Ranking Member on the Consumer Protection & Financial Institutions Subcommittee released the following statement regarding the urgent need for the Biden Administration to fully isolate Russia from all international markets following its unprovoked attack on Ukraine. “The recent sanctions against the Central… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Ranking Member on the Consumer Protection & Financial Institutions Subcommittee led a letter regarding a United States Postal Service (USPS) pilot program that allows customers to exchange a paycheck or business check for a gift card in value up to $500, which has not been approved by the Postal Regulatory… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Ranking Member on the Consumer Protection & Financial Institutions Subcommittee and House Financial Services Committee Ranking Member Patrick McHenry (NC-10) sent letters to the federal prudential regulators to ensure fair access to the American financial system and avoid the unethical practices of the Obama-era… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) released the following statement regarding President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address. “At a time when the world is in chaos, American families are being suffocated by inflation, businesses can’t find workers, and our borders are being inundated, I had hoped to hear some concrete solutions from President Biden… Read more »

While it did not officially receive the name “State of the Union Address” until 1947, America’s presidents have been delivering these addresses to update the country since 1790. The speech logistics have evolved over the years, but it now takes place in the Capitol in front of a joint session of Congress. It is an opportunity each year for the American people to hear from the President… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) and Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO) sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding the need to keep Ameren Missouri’s Sioux Energy Center open while they update their facilities to protect Missouri families from even higher energy costs. “Failure to grant Ameren’s request to continue operations could… Read more »

George Washington is the most consequential American in our history. He was the original Founding Father and is often referred to as the “Father of America” – a title that was extremely well-earned. His leadership during the Revolutionary War where he served as the first Commander in Chief of the Continental Army led the colonies to victory against the British and gave birth to a new… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Ranking Member on the Consumer Protection & Financial Institutions Subcommittee, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) and Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) introduced a three-bill package to protect American small businesses and financial institutions from costly and invasive data collection and compliance standards.… Read more »

Fentanyl was developed in 1959 as a pain reliever and anesthetic. Under the proper medical supervision, it can be used for legitimate reasons. However in any other instance, it is one of the deadliest substances on earth. Fentanyl is 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin. An amount that would cover only a tiny fraction of the face of a penny is enough to… Read more »