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Since the Afghan War began two decades ago, four presidential administrations have worked to bring our troops back home. For years, I've supported a strong, strategic withdrawal plan to end America's longest war, but what we are witnessing is anything but.
In fact, it's clear that any "plans" or "contingencies" never existed. Surely if they had, we wouldn’t be watching American citizens beaten by the Taliban as they attempt to make their way to the airport in Kabul.
Last week, we traveled with other law enforcement officials to McAllen and Mission, Texas to see the crisis unfolding at our southern border firsthand. Prior to this trip, we had seen it largely only on television and in the news, but witnessing the humanitarian, public health, and safety crises for ourselves gave us new perspective and insight into how to best protect and serve our communities in Putnam County.
Last week, we traveled with other law enforcement officials to McAllen and Mission, Texas to see the crisis unfolding at our southern border firsthand. Prior to this trip, we had seen it largely only on television and in the news, but witnessing the humanitarian, public health, and safety crises for ourselves gave us new perspective and insight into how to best serve our communities in Ocala and Marion County.
Each year, June 1 marks the beginning of the Atlantic hurricane season. As Floridians, we know how devastating these storms can be and the havoc they wreak on our communities. While preparing for hurricanes can seem like something we can put off until the next one arrives, it's better to be prepared long before the storms' arrival.
America’s independent contractors are generally free to choose their clients, the work they do and their hours of operation. It’s an arrangement that works for them and their schedules: Nearly 8 in 10 prefer their independent status.
Last month, we celebrated National Police Week on Capitol Hill. It wasn't an event just for lawmakers in Washington, but for Americans across the country to honor, remember, and recognize our hardworking men and women in blue who work tirelessly every day to protect and serve our communities.
America’s independent contractors are generally free to choose their clients, the work they do, and their hours of operation. It’s an arrangement that works for them and their schedules: Nearly eight-in-ten prefer their independent status.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we witnessed firsthand the breakdown in our supply chains when federal, state, and local entities had to compete with one another for simple personal protective equipment. It was a terrifying glimpse into a future situation that has the potential to be mimicked on a larger, more dangerous scale.
Two months ago, I gave an impassioned speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. If you didn’t catch it, it was about H.R. 1280, the “George Floyd Justice In Policing Act,” a bill that passed the House largely along party lines with a final vote of 220 in favor and 212 opposed. This bill — which faces a steep uphill climb in the Senate — would criminalize chokeholds, ban no-knock warrants and overrule “qualified immunity,” among other provisions.
Tuesday, April 13 marked the first 100 days in office for me and my team in Washington, D.C., and Florida's Third Congressional District. A few months ago, I shared updates on our work, and I look forward to continuing this important practice to keep you apprised of everything on Capitol Hill and right here at home.