I am excited to announce that the submission window is now open for the nationwide high school Congressional Art Competition put on by the U.S. House of Representatives every year. This is a great opportunity to showcase Iowa’s artistic...

As a veteran and a current member of the Air Force Reserve, I know there is very little that is more important than supporting the servicemembers and veterans who stood up to defend our country. That’s why today was special for me and so many...

March Madness is here – and I’m not just talking about on the basketball court!This week we secured some big wins for Iowa: $4 million for the Des Moines Airport, bipartisan legislation to combat artificial intelligence (AI)-generated...

Technological advancement, like artificial intelligence (AI), moves our society forward, but there’s also the risk that our adversaries will leverage it to perpetrate crimes that hurt Americans.  Today, I introduced the bipartisan AI PLAN...

You’ve probably played word association games – one of my favorites to solve every day is the New York Times Connections. To win, you have to connect words in groups of four based on a common theme.Here’s one for you to try:Need a hint? China...

I’m beyond excited to announce that we have secured a $4 million federal investment for the Des Moines International Airport.Whether you’re jetting out for spring break or headed out on business – you’ve probably experienced frustrating delays...

Right now, the Chinese Communist Party is developing new technology to manipulate Americans and infiltrate our national security. If America doesn’t act now, we’ll be handing China backdoor access to steal your Social Security numbers, passwords,...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I’ve got to say, I’m feeling pretty lucky this year to have the privilege of serving as your representative in Congress.This week one of our bills helping rural Iowans was signed by the President, we fought to reduce...

In an effort to better serve you as your representative in Congress, I’m hoping to understand what issues you care about the most. Will you please take just two minutes to fill out this one-question survey ⬇️This Official Congressional Survey...

While water leaving a treatment plant doesn’t have any lead in it, sometimes it travels through service lines made from lead. Over time, those pipes can corrode and contaminate the water we drink posing serious health concerns – especially for...

We just sent a message to the Chinese Communist Party – and I hope they heard us loud and clear.As a former counterintelligence officer who operated against China, I’ve seen firsthand how the Chinese Communist Party exploits data and manipulates...

There is a challenge growing in our rural communities that we must address now to prevent it from getting any worse. Our country is suffering from a shortage of affordable housing, especially as inflation reaches record highs. President...

I want to share a quick story with you about a seventeen-year-old kid who lost his life too soon. Sebastian Kidd was a normal high schooler – he competed in football, wrestling, track, and golf. He loved to fish, skateboard, and hang out with...

 It is an honor to serve you in Congress and highlight your stories. This past week, I hosted the Kidd family from Des Moines for President Biden’s annual State of the Union. Their story highlights the need to protect our communities from the...

This week was pretty special to me as it was “Bring Your Daughter to Work” week! My five-year-old daughter, Selwyn, joined me for a few days in Washington, D.C.In between votes and committee hearings, we racked up some big wins for Iowa. We fought...

Last week, the EPA announced its final rule approving year-round E15 beginning in 2025, postponing sales for another year. Iowans and families across the country can’t afford this delay – that’s why I led a letter with the entire Iowa Delegation to...

Too many Iowans know a family member or friend who is dealing with an addiction to opioids. We can and must do more to save lives from overdoses. Today, I hosted a conversation on the opioid epidemic in Atlantic – where we heard from families that...

One of the reasons I prioritize spending time in all 21 counties in our district is so I can hear directly from Iowans on how to better serve families, farmers, and communities. This past week, I continued on my all-district 21 county tour in...

Are you in the process of planning your Spring Break trip? Make sure to double check that your passport is up to date and ready for travel! If you’re trying to renew your passport or need other help cutting through red tape at a federal...

As I meet with folks throughout our community, I've heard time and again that people are concerned with the potential impact of D.C.'s chaos on their hard-earned benefits. Let me be clear: I am 100% committed to protecting your Social Security...