February 28 is recognized as Rare Disease Day.
Accordingly, numerous advocacy groups gather in DC to lobby lawmakers about rare disease research, treatments and potential cures.
Such rare diseases that generate advocacy interest include Lou Gehrig’s Disease (also known as ALS), Huntington’s Disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.
Individuals who are affected by these rare… Read more »
With the United States preparing to celebrate its 250th anniversary, American communities are bound to reflect on the inspiring legacy of our country’s founding.
While the clamor of independence resonated among the colonists, achieving independence necessitated bold military action.
Thanks to General George Washington and the willingness of thousands to serve, the fight for… Read more »
During the recent government funding debate, conservatives have rallied around an election integrity bill to secure American federal elections.
In 2025, the House of Representatives passed the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act.
The SAVE Act, which I helped report from the Committee on House Administration, requires states to obtain proof of citizenship when… Read more »
At the beginning of February, Congress passed an appropriations package to fund various federal agencies and projects.
I helped secure federal funding for Ninth District communities through some of the 12 appropriations bills. Some of this funding will support local communications equipment upgrades, nuclear energy research and transportation infrastructure.
The February government… Read more »
A cornerstone of American power and success is predicated on our manufacturing might.
As factories transition in the 21st century, new technological innovations boost American industry and support more efficient and productive manufacturing activity.
For example, new technologies could help coal plants burn coal cleaner with reduced emissions.
Accordingly, many… Read more »
The issue of higher costs continues to be a major theme in conversations.
During the Biden-Harris Administration, I spoke with many Ninth District residents who voiced their concerns with the U.S. economy.
Despite Democratic officials’ insistence that our economy was doing fine, many in the country felt differently.
Accordingly, in 2024, the American people elected a Republican… Read more »
I believe that public service is meant to be driven by duty, civic commitment and love for the communities one serves.
And it is my experience that the vast majority of elected officials, whether they be Democrat, Republican, Libertarian or Independent, serve to make their communities better. We often disagree on how to do that, but the motives are genuinely sincere.
However, an… Read more »
As an elected official representing many rural communities in Virginia, I make sure to focus on supporting rural America.
It means a lot to me to listen to rural perspectives in Virginia’s Ninth District and share their stories in the halls of Congress.
Whether I am speaking on the House floor or participating in a committee hearing, I do not shy away from discussing issues that… Read more »
As we near the conclusion of President Trump’s first year of this term, I thought we should look at two issues he faced, immigration and inflation.
Trump acted swiftly to try to repair the damage done by the Biden-Harris Administration.
For many, the Biden-Harris era will be remembered for its failures to contain illegal immigration and tame high levels of inflation.
More than 11… Read more »
An iconic Christmas story that continues to resonate with my family and many others is Charles Dickens’ Christmas classic A Christmas Carol.
While the book was first published in 1843 in London, Dickens’ writings captivated audiences on both sides of the Atlantic.
Because of his popularity in the United States, Dickens visited numerous American communities for reading… Read more »
