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Congressional Update from U.S. Congressman Andy Barr
To say that we are living in an unprecedented time is an understatement. In the past two weeks, our nation has been forced to watch as our key ally, Israel, continues to be attacked by terrorists. The vicious attacks by Hamas terrorists are unprovoked and unwarranted and I fully support Israel’s right to defense itself in this war. At the same time, an idle group of lawmakers voted to overthrow stability in the House of Representatives preventing this Congress from advancing conservative causes and ultimately enabling the Biden Administration to go unchecked. I believe the only way forward is to for House Republicans to unite. I have upheld this by standing behind Speaker McCarthy, and subsequently Majority Leader Scalise and Congressman Jordan. Click here or on the image below to watch my full interview with Varney on FOX Business where I address Biden’s claim that dysfunction in the House is increasing world danger, Rep. Jordan’s fight for the Speakership and the United States’ commitment to Israel.
I Stand With Israel
Israel is fully justified to pursue terrorists in Gaza to defend its own national security, deter further rocket and missile strikes and incursions into its borders, and bring to justice those who have carried out these brutal and murderous attacks against innocent Israeli civilians. As Israel takes needed action over the next weeks and perhaps months to root out terrorists in Gaza, the United States and the entire civilized world must stand resolute in support of Israel to defeat the perpetrators of this bloodbath. Hamas and the cowardly mullahs in Tehran who support them can never be given the incentive to repeat these atrocities ever again.
Additionally, as details emerge about the extent to which Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corp helped to plan and finance the multi-front attack against Israel by Hamas terrorists, leaving over 1,300 Israelis and 25 Americans confirmed dead so far, it is imperative that Congress work to claw back the $6 billion recently unfrozen by the Biden Treasury Department as part of a hostage deal with Iran. Weakness invites aggression and the Biden policy of appeasing Iran, pursuing sanctions relief, and releasing Iranian assets frozen by the Trump Treasury Department has proven to be a catalyst for terrorism and an incentive for hostage taking.
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Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton Visits DC
I enjoyed the opportunity to welcome my friend, Mayor Linda Gorton, to my Washington, DC office. We had a productive conversation on how we can work together for the betterment of Lexington. Thank you, Mayor, for your dedication and service to the city of Lexington.
Protection of Women and Girls in Sports
As a father of two young daughters, I proudly supported the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act which bars federal money from supporting any institution that allows transgender athletes whose biological sex assigned at birth was male to compete on girls or women’s sports teams. This legislation passed the House on Thursday, April 20th, 2023, to ensure a fair, level playing field for all female athletes. You can watch my full interview with former UK Wildcat, Riley Gaines, here or by clicking on the image above.
Do you support the United States sending aid to its ally Israel?
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