U.S. President Donald J. Trump has been sworn into office as the 47th president of the United States of America. Following the inauguration ceremony, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“I congratulate President Trump and Vice President Vance on today’s proceedings, in which they took their oaths of office. Now that they are sworn in, a new… Read more »
The United States of America celebrates January 20, 2025, as Martin Luther King Jr. Day. On the eve of the federal holiday, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was an instrumental pioneer in the advancement of civil rights.
“His relentless pursuit of equality, that ‘all men are created equal’, ushered in a new era for the… Read more »
Electric rates in the Southwest Virginia region have gone up considerably.
I have long warned the policies of the Left, including Barack Obama, Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden, would make electric rates skyrocket.
The policies forcing electric rates higher are hurting regular families. Families who are managing grocery bills, gas charges, and other essential expenses.
I understand the… Read more »
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded the Town of Honaker a $30,000 grant. The funding will support preliminary reports into proposed water system improvements for Honaker. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“Rural communities, like many in Southwest Virginia, benefit from clean, potable water.
“This USDA… Read more »
U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson appointed Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) to the House Committee on Rules for the 119th Congress. Following this announcement, House Committee on Rules convened for its 119th Congress Organizational Meeting. At this meeting, Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) announced Congressman Griffith would serve as Vice Chairman on the Committee.… Read more »
With President-elect Trump’s inauguration scheduled for January 20, his Administration will look to hit the ground running and work to lead the country towards prosperity and peace.
Trump’s cabinet will consist of policymakers, elected officials and thought leaders leading key departments, such as the Department of Defense and Department of Energy.
Those nominated to lead these… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded Virginia Highlands Airport Commission, based in Abingdon, Virginia, a $1,055,800 grant. The funding supports a project to construct four new 3,600 square foot hangars for aircraft storage. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“This DOT grant for more… Read more »
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) and U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) introduced bills in the Senate and the House of Representatives to designate a unique ZIP code for Fairlawn, Virginia.
“For too long, Fairlawn has unfairly missed out on tax revenue that would otherwise fund education, public safety, and public services due to confusion regarding its ZIP… Read more »
The United States of America celebrates January 9, 2025, as National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“The Ninth District has many dedicated law enforcement professionals who work tirelessly to protect their communities. Today, let us recognize those individuals, and I pray that God cast a watchful eye over their… Read more »
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has awarded Giles County a $304,000 grant. The funding supports a project to study highway-rail grade crossings in an effort to improve safety and mobility concerns. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:
“This DOT grant for $304,000 helps Giles County explore… Read more »
