I spent last week advocating for the values of Southwest Florida in Washington, D.C., as the House of Representatives resumed Session.
As our closest ally in the Middle East, and one of our strongest allies worldwide, Israel, continues to defend itself from rockets coming from Hamas, I stand proudly in support of Israel. But, unfortunately, we have also seen a rise in antisemitic atrocities committed against American Jews at home, which is a direct result of the antisemitic rhetoric of pro-Palestinian advocates in power. There is no room for hate in America, and we must come together and support freedom, democracy, and peace at home and around the globe.
This week, I also stood with my colleagues of the Republican Study Committee in introducing our conservative and fiscally sound balanced budget. This RSC budget slashes $1.9 trillion, makes much-needed reforms to Medicaid, balances the budget in five years, cuts spending by more than $14 trillion, and much more. Lastly, I took part in a House Small Business Subcommittee hearing on Economic Growth, Tax, and Capital Access entitles, “Examining the Role of Community Development Financial Institutions and Minority Depository Institutions in Small Business Lending.”
This past week, May 16 - 22, was National EMS Week. The week honors and recognizes those who provide front-line emergency services to communities around the nation. Today and every day, we celebrate their service and sacrifice while saving countless lives.
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