President Trump is now more than 100 days into his second term. Already, the President has completely transformed how Washington works. From plummeting illegal border crossings to the swift downsizing of federal bureaucracy, President Trump is delivering on the promises he made to the American people.
During the first 100 days of his administration, President Trump has accomplished more than many of his predecessors have in their first year. This includes reducing illegal border crossings by 99.9%, reducing daily border encounters by 93%, pushing to increase funding for the VA, ending DEI programs throughout the federal government, and identifying billions of dollars in wasteful spending. To date, the Administration has saved American taxpayers $170 billion in wasteful spending.
I have made it my mission to support President Trump’s agenda in Congress by passing crucial legislation and working with the White House to ensure that Floridians have a voice in the decision-making process.
During the 119th Congress, I have supported several bills that will pave the way for President Trump’s agenda and deliver on the promise of an American Golden Age. One of our biggest victories is the passage of the SAVE Act. It’s simple: only American citizens should vote in American elections. While some states, such as Florida, are working to ensure that illegal immigrants are not voting in our elections, some states have refused to make the same pledge. The SAVE Act will require all states, even those run by Democrats, to follow this commonsense principle.
I am also proud to have voted in favor of the Laken Riley Act, a bill that requires the Department of Homeland Security to arrest illegal immigrants who have been charged with theft. This bill is designed to ensure that illegal immigrants with a criminal background remain in police custody, rather than being released. Earlier this year, President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law to protect all Americans from illegal immigrants with known criminal backgrounds to prevent further violence like the senseless death of University of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley.
House Republicans have been aggressive in passing President Trump’s agenda, but one key portion is missing: the President’s “Big, Beautiful Bill.” Earlier this month, my colleagues and I on the House Energy and Commerce Committee held a 26-hour markup on our portion of the bill. Our biggest priority was to preserve Medicaid for its intended beneficiaries.
Medicaid is a vital lifeline for our nation’s most vulnerable citizens. Unfortunately, Democrats have put the program’s future into jeopardy by allowing illegal immigrants, able-bodied adults without dependents, and deceased beneficiaries to remain on Medicaid rolls. This mismanagement threatens Medicaid’s financial future. I am proud to stand with my Republican colleagues in passing this important reform to preserve Medicaid benefits for those who need them and to keep the program on strong financial footing.
It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your voice in Washington. Congress still has a lot of work to do, and I hope you will add your voice to the conversation as we continue the policymaking process. If you have a comment about upcoming legislation or need assistance with a federal agency, please contact my office in Panama City at (850) 785-0812.
