Sixth District Perspectives
with Congressman Ben Cline

     As we mark the 100th Day of the 118th Congress this week, House Republicans have produced results in fulfilling our Commitment to America and getting our Nation back on track. Unfortunately, inflation keeps persisting as we continue to suffer the consequences of Biden and Democrats' out-of-control spending. Additionally, I joined my colleagues in demanding answers from the DoD as to why religious clergy were shut out from performing spiritual guidance to wounded soldiers and personnel at Walter Reed. We also celebrated the 75th birthday of the founding of the U.S. Air Force Reserve. As the fight in Washington continues, I'll continue to bring the concerns of Virginia's Sixth District to the hearing rooms and negotiating tables.

100 Days of Victories in the People's House of Representatives

     The country is in crisis under the Biden Administration. Last November, the American people voted for a Republican-led House Majority to reverse course and get our country back on track. We have delivered. In just the first 100 days, House Republicans have voted to:

◊Pass the Parents Bill of Rights

◊Repeal funding for Biden’s IRS army

◊End proxy voting, forcing Members of Congress to show up for work

◊Protect taxpayers & farmers

◊Unleash American energy

◊Conduct oversight to hold government accountable

     And much more. As the 118th Congress continues, we will keep fighting to restore the core principles that make our country great.

The High Price of Reckless Spending and Continued Inflation

     This week was another sad reminder that the trillions of dollars in deficit-spending by the Biden Administration and Democrats are still slashing the paychecks of hardworking Americans, as the latest report showed prices are up 5% from last year:

X Eggs UP 36.0% 

X Electricity UP 10.2% 

X Bread UP 15.2% 

X Airline fares UP 17.7%

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     There is a silver lining: House Republicans are putting forth a balanced budget and including spending cuts along with a debt ceiling increase.

Defending the Freedom of Our Servicemembers to Practice Their Faith

     Pastoral care has played a vital role in America’s history by providing spiritual guidance, hope, and comfort to armed servicemembers, on the battlefield, on bases, and in military hospitals. Yet during last Holy Week troubling news was uncovered that Walter Reed National Military Medical Center sent a “cease and desist” letter to Holy Name College Friary -- a group of Catholic priests who have served at the hospital for over 20 years -- ordering them to stop providing pastoral care at their facility. Rest assured, I am working to remedy this egregious attack on Christian servicemembers and ensure this unconstitutional abuse of power never happens again to our men and women in uniform. See the full letter demanding answers I joined in writing to Defense Secretary Austin along with my colleagues attached here.

Air Force Reserve 75th Birthday

     Founded on April 14, 1948, the U.S. Air Force Reserve has served and stood by for duty ever since. Join me in wishing a happy 75th birthday to the Air Force Reserve. Thank you to all who have worn the uniform for their dedication to fly, fight, and win.

     Thank you for the opportunity to serve as your Congressman. If my office can ever be of assistance, please contact my Washington office at (202) 225-5431. 

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