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Weekly Update - 1.19.26

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. This week, I appeared on “Mornings with Maria” on Fox Business, where we covered a wide range of issues, from responsibly funding the government and cutting waste and fraud to supporting President Donald J. Trump’s agenda to make life more affordable for American families. Housing is a priority for Congress and the Trump Administration. We are working to lower costs and expand access to homeownership. Even as inflation continues to decline under President Trump, outdated regulations and slow permitting can add as much as $100,000 to the cost of a new home before a shovel ever hits the dirt. That’s why I am helping advance the FSC and Congressman Mike Flood’s bipartisan Housing for the 21st Century Act. This legislation cuts red tape, streamlines permitting, houses veterans, and modernizes the building process to make it easier to build new homes. House Republicans continue to deliver wins for families by building on the Working Families Tax Cuts, unleashing domestic production, and keeping economic relief at the forefront of our policies. Click here or below to watch.  

Weekly Update - 1.11.26

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. Nearly every week for seven years, I have recapped our week’s activities in this newsletter, and I will continue to provide these updates, as it is critically important that you stay abreast of the latest news. It is a privilege to represent the greatest district in the nation in Washington, D.C. – PA’s 9th. I will always strive to keep you, my friends and neighbors, up to date with the latest in D.C. and the District. On Saturday of last week, President Donald J. Trump greenlit a targeted mission in Venezuela focused on protecting American lives and confronting evil that threatens our country. Nicolás Maduro has presided over a regime marked by arbitrary arrests and detentions, torture, extrajudicial killings, disappearances, repression of dissent, and serious restrictions on freedom of expression and political opposition. These abuses have contributed to a humanitarian crisis and widespread suffering for the Venezuelan people. His regime has also welcomed corrupt Russian and Chinese influence that enriched his regime and their criminal enterprises while hollowing out Venezuela’s economy. This is a side of the story the media has too often failed to tell. Maduro has been indicted in U.S. courts, and an arrest warrant was issued for his crimes related to narcotics trafficking and cartel violence. He will now face justice.  

Happy New Year

Greetings, and welcome to our special New Year's Day Update. Earlier this week, I joined "The Sunday Report" on Newsmax to discuss the year ahead, GOP priorities, and what that will mean for the 2026 election cycle. In 2026, we will continue to restore an economy that works for families and working Americans, focusing on lower energy costs, higher wages and more manufacturing. We’re getting America back on track, and the only direction is forward! Click here or below to watch.  

Weekly Updat - 12.21.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. Merry Christmas, happy Hanukkah, and happy holidays to all who celebrate. From my family to yours, we pray this is a joyful, healthy, and blessed time for you, your families, friends, and our neighbors.  

Weekly Update - 12.14.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. I want to acknowledge the tragic murders of two American soldiers and an interpreter in Syria yesterday by ISIS. Three other soldiers were injured in the attack. We extend our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of those killed and injured. This was an attack on America, and as the President said, "we will retaliate." The recent shooting at Brown University and the targeted attack on a Hanukkah celebration in Australia must be condemned in the strongest possible terms. Antisemitism, whether expressed through violence, threats, or intimidation, has absolutely no place in our society. Every ounce of it must be denounced. It cannot be accepted, excused, or forgiven. Jewish communities deserve to live and worship in peace, without fear. We stand with them and firmly against hatred in all its forms.  

Weekly Update - 12.7.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. SPECIAL ALERT: President Donald J. Trump is coming back to Northeast Pennsylvania on Tuesday, December 9. President Trump has been a strong friend to our region, and I’m looking forward to welcoming him back to our area next week. Below is the official registration link to join this event at Mount Pocono. All who are interested in attending must register in advance using the link below. After signing up, attendees will receive additional guidance directly from the White House. If you would like to attend, please register at the link below.  

Weekly Update - 11.23.25

Good morning, and welcome to our Weekend Update. First of all, Shelley, our entire family, and I want to wish you all a happy, healthy, and blessed Thanksgiving.   

Weekly Update - 11.16.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. For the last forty-plus days, it’s been all pain and no gain for the American people. During this time, I’ve met with food banks, Head Start programs, and SNAP recipients in my District who are suffering from the Democrat-inflicted shutdown. Some of my colleagues on the left have done the same, yet shockingly, they voted to keep the government closed. It’s time to fix the damage Democrats have caused. House Republicans and I voted tonight to do just that—to restore SNAP payments, get TSA and air traffic controllers paid, pay our federal workers, pay our Capitol police and border patrol, and pay all the people that work here in the Capitol. With the nation celebrating Veterans Day earlier this week, this comes to mind: our veterans didn’t fight for the red or the blue—they fought for the red, white, and blue. On Wednesday evening, Congress followed their example. Click here or below to watch my floor remarks.  

Weekly Update - 11.9.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. I’m honored to receive President Donald J. Trump’s endorsement and grateful for his support! Together, we share a commitment to putting America First, growing our economy, cutting burdensome regulations, unleashing American energy and manufacturing, and strengthening our national security. I’ll continue working with President Trump to build on the successes of his administration and strive every day to deliver results for the people of Pennsylvania’s 9th District and for our great nation!  

Weekly Update - 11.2.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. First, I hope you had a Happy Halloween. It's a great time to make some memories with our children… as well as the young at heart.