Weekly Columns
Each year, as May draws to a close and the days grow warmer, we gather with family and friends to enjoy the start of summer. However, Memorial Day is more than just a long weekend or a backyard barbecue. It is a solemn occasion to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our great nation.
This National Police Week, we pause to honor the brave men and women in law enforcement who serve our communities with courage, commitment, and integrity. Every day, officers across Oklahoma and the nation put on the uniform knowing they may face life-threatening dangers in the line of duty. Their willingness to confront those dangers on our behalf is nothing short of heroic. |
Reconciliation is a serious priority of both the White House and Congress this year. It is a legislative package containing numerous provisions championed by President Trump and Congressional Republicans. Despite all the buzz, the term reconciliation is often misunderstood. Simply put, it’s a statutory process meant to streamline budget-rela |
Since the founding of our country, the democratic process to elect our governing body has defined our nation. The right to vote is a privilege of citizenship, and it is our duty to ensure that every election is conducted with integrity. Oklahoma has set a gold standard for how we conduct and safeguard our voting and registration system. It is time for other states to follow our lead to prevent any interference from foreign entities and non-citizens.
Nearly thirty years ago, our city, state, and nation were changed forever by an unimaginable domestic terrorist attack. Our community lost 168 lives that fateful day, but they are not forgotten. It is important we continue to honor and remember those who did not make it out of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, those who still have the physical and emotional scars, as well as the brave first responders. |
For too long, overregulation has had detrimental impacts on our economy. Businesses have been forced to navigate a maze of bureaucratic red tape rather than focusing on what they do best—creating jobs, innovating, and serving their customers. The disastrous policies of the previous administration made it difficult for hardworking Americans and small business owners to thrive. That’s why we are taking action to ensure these burdensome regulations never return. |
With one month under their collective belts, the 66 new members of the U.S. House of Representatives are now working to fulfill the pledge they took to support and defend the Constitution and to “faithfully discharge the duties of this office.” |
Upstream oil and gas activities support over 278,000 jobs in Oklahoma and contribute billions of dollars to our economy. Across the country, modern drilling technology has been a game-changer, unlocking vast reserves of oil and natural gas that have made the United States the world leader in natural gas and oil production. According to the America First Policy Institute, hydraulic fracturing alone saves American consumers $203 billion annually in reduced energy costs.
For too long, the federal government has been a model of inefficiency and wastefulness, squandering hard-earned taxpayer dollars. Bureaucrats and unelected officials in Washington have failed to manage your money responsibly. Under the leadership of President Trump, we have been given a mandate by the people to reform our government, cut unnecessary spending, and run a more efficient and effective federal system.
As we approach Thanksgiving, a time traditionally set aside for reflection and gratitude, it is essential for us to come together and pause, even in the midst of our differences. This holiday is an opportunity to appreciate what we have as communities, families, and as a country. In a time when our country often feels divided, Thanksgiving reminds us of the importance of unity. It gives us a chance to stop and reflect on the things that matter most. |