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As Chairman of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Subcommittee on Appropriations, getting a firsthand look at the vital needs and associated projects throughout our country is critical as we prepare the FY25 THUD bill. Our work impacts the safety, economic opportunity, and quality of life of every American, from Miami to Arkansas and across the nation. I appreciate my dear friend Congressman Diaz-Balart for showing us how impactful federal investment is for communities across his district in South Florida.
Sanctioning ICC Officials
In May, the International Criminal Court (ICC) announced arrest warrant applications for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, in conjunction with warrants for Hamas terrorists.
The ICC's actions are baseless and outrageous. Hamas is a terrorist organization that murdered the most Jews since the Holocaust and is still holding dozens of innocent people hostage, including Americans. Israel is a nation protecting its people and fighting back for their existence. Israel has every right to rid the world of this evil force—and America should support them.
Despite President Biden’s weakness, House Republicans showed strength by passing a measure that requires President Biden to impose sanctions against ICC officials who investigate, arrest, detain, or prosecute a U.S. person or our allies, including Israel.
There must be real consequences for the ICC’s illegitimate attempts to bypass our ally’s judicial processes and sovereignty.
Condemning Biden’s Border Executive Order
Since he took office, President Biden has taken 64 actions that led to the disastrous crisis at our southern border. He's always had the authority to reverse course and end the border crisis by reinstating Trump-era policies, such as building a wall, ending catch-and-release, stopping parole abuses, and bringing back Remain in Mexico.
Instead, this week, over three years into his presidency and five months away from the presidential election, he signed an executive order that would allow 2,500 encounters per day before any so-called shutdown. This further incentivizes illegal immigration and fails to address the real crisis at hand.
This effort is too little, too late—and it begs the question of political motivation. America needs effective policies to adequately secure the border and protect the homeland, and I remain committed to aiding in this process.
Visit the People’s House!
As you plan your summer travels, keep in mind that my team can assist with getting you tours of the Capitol and many other sites around the nation’s capital. Remember, my office belongs to the great people of Arkansas’ Third! Get in touch to schedule your tours by calling 202-225-4301—hope to see you soon!
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It was a pleasure to welcome the Greenlee family from Arkansas’ Third to my office this week!
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Have a great weekend ahead, and I hope to see you around! Be sure to check out my website, Twitter, and Instagram pages in the meantime.
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