Dr. Paul Demands Answers from Mayorkas on Violent Individuals Released into the Country
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) demanded answers from DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on the issue of violent individuals being released into the country, leading to tragic consequences. Dr. Paul highlighted a specific case, saying, "There’s currently no effective method to thoroughly vet these individuals, especially those from Venezuela, for potential violent criminal backgrounds before granting them entry into the country." He emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "This oversight is not just a lapse; it is a direct disregard for the...
Guthrie Votes in Favor of Republicans’ Support of Israel
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) has expressed his support for House Republican bills and resolutions aimed at bolstering the United States' alliance with Israel amidst recent turmoil in the Middle East. In a statement, Guthrie emphasized the importance of standing with Israel in the face of external threats, particularly highlighting recent attacks by the Iranian regime.Guthrie stated, “This week I was honored to stand with my House Republican colleagues in support of America’s greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel. Over the weekend Israel was...
ICYMI: Health Chairman Brett Guthrie Questions HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra on the Biden Administration’s failures
Congressman Brett Guthrie, the Chairman of the House Energy & Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Health, recently questioned Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra on various issues during a sworn testimony before the Energy & Commerce’s Health Subcommittee.Guthrie raised concerns about the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on seniors, stating, "Recent analysis expects seniors are paying over 20% more on average for their monthly Medicare Part D premiums this year as a result of the IRA, with that increase reaching as high as 57% in some places...
- Dr. Paul Highlights Need for Fiscal Responsibility and Labor Practice Reform at the Postal Service
- Edmonson County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in Q3 2023
- 1 company in a city within Warren County received one inspection in Q2 2023
- FDA conducted inspection of 1 company in cities located in Warren County in Q3 2023
- How many companies in cities in Warren County received FDA inspections in Q1 2023?
Dr. Paul, Sen. Vance Demand Answers Following OMB Data Bringing Price Tag of Ukraine Aid to More Than $125 Billion
U.S. Senators Rand Paul and JD Vance, along with fifteen colleagues, have demanded answers from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Shalanda Young regarding American aid to Ukraine. The lawmakers expressed their concerns after new data revealed that previous OMB totals significantly underestimated the price tag of Ukraine aid.According to a statement released by the lawmakers, they had estimated US spending in connection with the Ukraine conflict to be at least $114 billion in January 2023. This estimate was higher than the figures provided by OMB in...
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U.S. Senator Rand Paul Calls for Transparency on Royalty Payments at the National Institutes of Health
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has penned an op-ed for The Hill addressing concerns over royalty payments at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In the article, Senator Paul highlights the lack of transparency surrounding these payments and the potential conflicts of interest they pose.Senator Paul criticizes the NIH for engaging in clandestine agreements with corporations and failing to disclose essential information about royalty payments. He expresses dismay over the staggering number of royalty payments overlooked in the past decade and the...
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Dr. Paul’s Transparency Bill on Royalties Gains Bipartisan Support
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Stakeholders and organizations are praising U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) for moving forward with his legislation, S. 3664 the Royalty Transparency Act of 2024, which has successfully advanced from committee on a bipartisan vote of 12-0.The bill aims to enhance transparency on royalty payments made to Executive Branch officials and make the financial disclosure forms public for federal advisory committee members such as the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. This move is seen as crucial in shedding light on potential conflicts of interest and...
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Guthrie Votes to Protect Americans' Data Privacy and National Security
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), a senior member of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, voted in favor of H.R.7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, aimed at safeguarding American national security and sensitive data from threats posed by foreign adversaries, particularly the Chinese Communist Party.In his statement following the vote, Congressman Guthrie emphasized the importance of the bill in addressing the risks associated with Chinese Communist Party-controlled entities like ByteDance, the parent...
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Bipartisan Bill to Streamline FEMA Disaster Assistance Programs Passes House, Heads to President for Approval
Mar 13 2024The House has passed bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senators Rand Paul (R-KY) and Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Marco Rubio (R-FL) to create one application deadline for two Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) programs that individuals use for federal disaster assistance. The senators' bipartisan legislation would ensure these programs have the same deadline to reduce the burden on people who need them to rebuild their lives after disasters....
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Senators Request Information on Illegal Immigrant Charged with Murder of University Student
U.S. Senator Rand Paul, along with Senators Ron Johnson, James Lankford, Rick Scott, Josh Hawley, and Roger Marshall, have sent a letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas requesting additional information on Jose Antonio Ibarra, who is facing charges related to the murder of Augusta University student Laken Hope Riley. The letter highlights Ibarra's previous encounters with law enforcement and his release into the country through parole after being apprehended by CBP near El Paso, Texas in 2022.The senators expressed concerns about the tragic death of Laken Hope Riley...
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Dr. Paul and Rep. McGarvey to Reintroduce Justice for Breonna Taylor Act
U.S. Senator Rand Paul and Congressman Morgan McGarvey are set to reintroduce the Justice for Breonna Taylor Act, a bill aimed at prohibiting no-knock warrants in the United States. Senator Cory Booker is an original cosponsor of the Senate version of the legislation.Dr. Paul expressed his support for the bill, stating, “It’s long past time to get rid of no-knock warrants. This bill will effectively end no-knock raids in the United States, and I’m pleased to work with Rep. McGarvey and Sen. Booker on this important legislation.”Rep. McGarvey emphasized the importance of...
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# Dr. Rand Paul Sounds Alarm on 6,000+ Earmark Spending Bill
U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) raised concerns about a $468 billion spending bill containing over 6,000 earmarks during a speech on the Senate floor. Among the earmarks highlighted by Dr. Paul are allocations such as $4 million for a waterfront walkway in New Jersey, $3.5 million for Detroit’s Thanksgiving Parade float maker’s new headquarters, and $1.75 million for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.In his address, Dr. Paul expressed his dismay over the earmarks, stating, “These are only ten of the over 6,000 wasteful earmarks included in the minibus… But...
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Dr. Rand Paul Sounds Alarm on 6,000+ Earmark Spending Bill
On March 8, 2024, U.S. Senator Rand Paul raised concerns about a $468 billion spending bill brimming with over 6,000 earmarks. Dr. Paul addressed the Senate floor highlighting some of the earmarks in the bill, including allocations such as $4 million for a waterfront walkway in New Jersey and $1 million for an environmental justice center in New York City.Expressing his dismay, Dr. Paul emphasized the detrimental effects of such earmarks on the economy, stating, "It gets worse. It’s leading to generalized inflation... this bill is not for the general welfare of the...
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Dr. Rand Paul Joins Sen. Rick Scott in Introducing Anti-Earmarks Resolution
U.S. Senator Rand Paul and Senator Rick Scott have introduced a resolution in the U.S. Senate condemning Congress' excessive use of earmarks. The resolution is aimed at addressing the rampant government spending habits that have plagued Washington in recent times. Joining them in this fight against reckless spending are several other senators who share their concerns.Senator Rand Paul expressed his strong opposition to the current state of affairs, stating, “Washington has a spending problem and forcing the taxpayers to pay for over $12 billion worth of earmarks is no way...
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Dr. Rand Paul Joins Sen. Rick Scott in Introducing Anti-Earmarks Resolution
U.S. Senator Rand Paul has teamed up with U.S. Senator Rick Scott to introduce a resolution in the Senate condemning Congress' excessive use of earmarks. Joined by fellow senators, the group is pushing back against what they see as reckless government spending practices. The resolution comes as part of a broader effort to address the issue of earmarks in the current minibus spending bill.In a statement, Senator Rand Paul emphasized the need to tackle government waste, stating, “Washington has a spending problem and forcing the taxpayers to pay for over $12 billion worth...
