Our base should not have to beg @SenMcConnell and @LeaderJohnThune to pass something as critical as securing and safeguarding our elections. Period.  I can't think of anything more arrogant than ignoring the will of the people, especially when they're the ones who gave us majorities in the House and Senate. This inaction will not only cost us in the midterms but will also cost our republic.

Under President Trump, violent crime is plummeting in major cities across the country -- and Tennessee. I'm proud to have a Commander-in-Chief who enforces our laws, secures our border, and backs the blue.

Under President Trump's Farmer Bridge Assistance program, $116 million in aid went to more than 10,000 Tennessee farmers to offset high input costs and market volatility. It matters who leads, especially to our nation's farmers and producers.

Under President Trump, roughly 12 million small business owners have saved nearly $7,000 in taxes. That's a big deal. Small businesses are the lifeblood of Tennessee's economy. That's why I am proud to support policies that put Main Street first.

One of the most rewarding parts about being a Member of Congress is nominating our district's best and brightest to attend our nation's top military academies. Last weekend, my office hosted our annual Military Service Academy Day for all those students interested in attending the nation's top service academies. I wish them all best of luck in the upcoming application process.

Tennesseans understand that there is nothing appealing about socialism. Success in the Volunteer State is rooted in freedom, hard work, and personal responsibility - not government dependency. President Trump and House Republicans are working every day to protect these values and ensure America remains the best place to build a business, raise a family, and pursue the American Dream.

As an 8th-generation Tennessee farmer, I know firsthand that farming is more than a job—it is a calling. On National Farmers Day, I am honored to thank Tennessee’s farmers and agricultural workers who work hard every day to keep food on our tables. Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District is home to some of the greatest farmers in the country, and I am proud to support them and advocate for them every day in Congress.

It was great to be in Cookeville to celebrate the grand opening of Home Depot. I’m proud to see this region continue to grow and attract new businesses.

Congratulations to the city of Cookeville and the business and community leaders who helped attract major retailer Target to this area! I was glad to welcome Target to Cookeville alongside County Commissioners, City Council members, County Mayor Randy Porter, and Cookeville Mayor Chad Gilbert, as well as former Mayors Laurin Wheaton and Ricky Shelton.

I was honored to recognize Sgt. Claude Walls from Wilson County on the House Floor. Sgt. Walls' selfless actions during the Korean War saved his brothers in arms. As we mark the 75th anniversary of his heroic actions this year, we remember Sgt. Walls' legacy of courage, heroism, and devotion to our country.

Another successful Military Service Academy Day is in the books! It was an honor to meet with an outstanding group of young Tennesseans who feel called to serve our great nation. As the nomination and application process gets underway, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office with any questions.

REMINDER for any high schooler in the 6th Congressional District interested in attending a Military Service Academy: Tomorrow from 10 until noon, you can meet with representatives from each academy and the ROTC. My team will also be on site to answer any questions you/your family may have!

Last week, my office and I had the opportunity to tour the first ground-level, chassis-less manufactured home during the @HUDgov Innovative Housing Showcase. It was an honor to help secure this provision, which will be a game changer in lowering housing costs and making homeownership and renting more affordable for future generations.

I am proud to have earned an A+ rating from the American Energy Alliance for my work during the 119th Congress. Since coming to Washington, I have remained committed to advancing affordable, reliable, American energy, strengthening our energy security, and expanding our nation’s energy production. I will continue working to unleash American energy and guarantee Tennessee families and businesses have access to the dependable, affordable power they need.

Military Service Academy Day is October 3. Middle and high school students interested in attending one of our nation’s five Military Service Academies are invited to attend this informative event. Students and families will have the opportunity to hear from representatives, alumni, cadets, and midshipmen from the Service Academies and learn more about the application and nomination process. For more information, please contact my Cookeville office. I look forward to seeing Tennessee’s next generation of leaders ready to serve our country.

American immigration policy should serve the American people. President Trump’s public-charge policy emphasizes financial self-sufficiency in immigration decisions. I recently introduced H.R. 9876, the BAN Act, which would address birth tourism by restricting entry for those seeking to obtain U.S. citizenship for a child and establish penalties for businesses that market U.S. citizenship as a product. Our citizenship is not for sale.

“We need enforcement that reaches companies evading our duties, trade agreements that deliver meaningful access, and policies that translate ‘Buy American’ into actual purchases from American producers.” Last week, @HouseAgGOP held a hearing focused on increasing demand and expanding opportunities for homegrown American products. Our farmers, ranchers, and foresters need reliable, dependable markets here at home. I will continue advocating in Congress for the hardworking Tennessee producers who feed, fuel, and supply our nation.

Last week, I was honored to join my Republican colleagues in celebrating the unveiling of @SpeakerMcCarthy official portrait. Speaker McCarthy is a strong conservative leader who fought to rein in Washington’s reckless spending, secure our southern border, and advance a conservative agenda in the House. I was proud to stand beside him throughout his Speakership and I’m glad to see his portrait will hang in the Capitol for years to come.

After years of advocacy, I want to congratulate the Tennessee Association of Broadcasters and @nabtweets for their work in getting the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act across the finish line in the House last week. As a longtime supporter of this legislation, I see the value AM brings to families every day and in an emergency—especially those in rural communities.  The Senate should pass the bill this week. All new cars should have AM capability.

I've been a conservative my whole life. Tennessee sent me to Congress to safeguard their tax dollars, and I will continue to protect your money.