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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.  

Weekly Update - 10.26.25

Good morning, and welcome to our Weekend Update. The effects of this Democrat-caused shutdown are being felt across the country. From our rural hospitals and small businesses to our veterans, SNAP recipients, airports, and food banks, every corner of this nation has been impacted by the Schumer Shutdown. On Newsmax, I spoke about how, in addition to refusing to reopen the government, Democrats are also failing to condemn the hateful and dangerous rhetoric coming from the Left at the No Kings rallies. Instead, they seem determined to Make America Mad Again. Meanwhile, President Trump and Republicans continue to fight for the American people. The President remains focused on results, working to keep essential programs running, protecting our borders, and getting Americans back to work. It’s time for Senate Democrats to listen to their constituents, vote to reopen the government, and help Make America Great Again. Click here or below to watch.  

Weekly Update - 10.19.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. On Monday, Columbus Day, a new dawn has risen in the Middle East. This historic moment marks the safe return of 20 hostages who were finally reunited with their families after more than two years in captivity. I commend President Donald J. Trump, Secretary Rubio, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and everyone who had a hand in making this landmark agreement possible. Click here or below to watch President Trump’s remarks to the Knesset in Jerusalem.  

Weekly Update - 10.12.25

Good afternoon, and welcome to our Weekend Update. I want to begin by wishing everyone a Happy Columbus Day tomorrow. Before we review the latest on the Schumer-Jeffries Democrat Government Shutdown, I have to discuss the historic peace deal between Israel and Hamas negotiated by President Donald Trump. President Trump is the Peace President and should win the Nobel Peace Prize for his achievements. Two years after the atrocious terrorist attacks in Israel, it finally appears that the Israeli hostages and victims will be returned to their families.  

Weekly Update - 10.5.25

Good evening, and welcome to our Weekend Update. The Schumer-Jeffries Democrat Government Shutdown is underway. Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole had an agreement with Democrats for a short-term funding agreement that they now refuse to support. That would have allowed us to complete our appropriations work, maintain regular order, and then vote on a budget by November 21. Democrats, for political reasons, decided that wasn’t good enough, particularly Senator Chuck Schumer and Congressman Hakeem Jeffries. I joined "Mornings with Maria" on Fox Business to discuss the shutdown. Republicans didn’t ask for this shutdown. President Trump didn’t ask for this shutdown. Democrats are blocking a clean continuing resolution for purely political reasons. Facts are facts, and they can’t be ignored. Click here or below to watch.