The gift of life is one of the most powerful ways we can make a difference in someone else’s future. I had the opportunity to meet with Tennessee Donor Services and learn more about its vital work connecting organ, tissue, and eye donors with individuals in need of life-saving and life-changing transplants. Thank you all for your work and service to Tennesseans.

What is the ultimate goal of the insurgency in France? Destroy Western Civilization. We need to hold the line here in the United States.

A fair and effective justice system depends on the people working behind the scenes to keep it moving. It was extremely valuable to hear directly from the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference about how they equip and support prosecutors across the state’s 32 judicial districts.

I applaud the Trump administration’s new White House Women’s Health Task Force. From the doctor’s office to federal research, women’s health has taken a backseat for too long. This initiative can help women live longer, healthier lives. By harnessing super intelligence to accelerate medical discoveries, speeding approval of new treatments, and making breakthroughs more accessible and affordable, we can transform women’s health and deliver real results. Thank you to the First Lady for leading this revolution in women’s health. whitehouse.gov/briefings-sta…

What would the real cost of socialism be to the American economy? Over ten years… 🏥 Medicare for All: $47.4T 🎓 Student Loan Forgiveness and Free College: $3.6T 🛂 Open Borders and Amnesty: $440-613B 🌱 Green New Deal: $370B 🏠 Universal Rent Control: $16B whitehouse.gov/socialism/

A strong workforce starts with training. Armored Trucking Academy is helping Tennesseans take the next step toward a career in the trucking industry. Thank you for the hospitality and for showing me the great work you all are doing, preparing future professional drivers, and strengthening Tennessee’s workforce!

For four years, President Biden and Border Czar Harris lied, saying there was nothing they could do about the border. Yet President Trump took action by: ➡️Declaring a National Emergency at the Southern Border ➡️Reinstating the Remain in Mexico Policy ➡️Ending Catch-and-Release ➡️Resuming Construction of the Border Wall ➡️Expanding Deportation Operations ➡️Restricting Asylum at the Southern Border ➡️Ending Biden-Era Immigration Parole Programs ➡️Designating Major Drug Cartels as Terrorist Organizations ➡️Strengthening Immigration Vetting and Visa Restrictions

On this day, freedom won. On October 19, 1781, British General Lord Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown, Virginia. This was a decisive victory that secured American independence and proved that a people determined to be free could defeat an empire. America wasn’t founded on philosophy alone. She was founded on courage, sacrifice, and the unshakable belief that liberty is worth fighting for.

Access to quality kidney care makes a meaningful difference for patients and their families. Thank you to the DaVita team for the work you do to support patients, strengthen our local healthcare workforce, and help Tennesseans living with kidney disease.

I’m proud of my voting record in Congress and grateful for the recognition reflected in these conservative scorecards. These ratings reflect my commitment to defending our Constitutional freedoms, protecting the Second Amendment, securing our border, standing up for the unborn, and fighting for fiscal responsibility. The people of Tennessee’s 7th District sent me to Washington to stand firm on conservative principles, not compromise them for political convenience. I will keep fighting for the values we share, keep my promises, and faithfully represent the district I’m proud to call home.

On October 16, 1981, Task Force 160 was formally designated the 160th Aviation Battalion. From those beginnings, the organization that became the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR), better known as the Night Stalkers, would help redefine what special operations could accomplish. Read more here ⤵️ vanepps.house.gov/media/blog…

Hardworking American taxpayers deserve to know that their tax dollars are being used responsibly to help those who truly need assistance, not exploited by fraudsters, scammers, or corrupt officials. We have a duty to protect our seniors, our disabled citizens, our most vulnerable neighbors, and every law-abiding American who contributes to these programs. I proudly stand behind the Vice President’s Pledge to Protect Americans from fraud!

When my daughter was born, I saw firsthand how expensive bringing a newborn home is. It was a lot to absorb at a moment when our focus was on caring for and getting to know our daughter... This is why I am introducing the Savings for Tomorrow’s Opportunities, Raising Kids (STORK) Act. Read more from my op-ed in @clarksvillenow here ⤵️ clarksvillenow.com/local/van…

I enjoyed visiting @NashvilleState Community College’s Clarksville campus and seeing how they’re expanding opportunities for students across Middle Tennessee. NSCC is investing in the future of Clarksville and helping prepare students for rewarding careers right here in our community.

Supporting our veterans means supporting their families, too. Thank you to the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic team for the work you do to care for those who have served our country and the families who stand beside them.

The problem with communism? It runs out of other people’s money.

Happy birthday to the United States Navy! What began as a small force fighting for independence has grown into a global maritime force dedicated to defending our nation and protecting our interests around the world. To every Sailor, past and present, and to every Navy family, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your dedication to our nation.

Today, we honor the hardworking farmers who keep Tennessee and America strong. Our farmers are the backbone of our communities, our economy, and our nation’s food supply. Thank you for feeding our families, strengthening our communities, and keeping Tennessee growing!

Today is a reminder that mental health is health, and taking care of our minds deserves the same attention, compassion, and care as taking care of our bodies. It’s okay to ask for help.

As severe weather and heavy rainfall are expected to impact parts of our state, I encourage every Tennessean to take time to prepare and put safety first. 🌧️ Monitor local weather forecasts and emergency alerts. 🏠 Know where to take shelter if severe weather moves into your area. 🚗 Never drive through flooded roads. 📱 Keep your phone charged and check on family members, neighbors, and anyone who may need assistance. Please follow guidance from local emergency officials and avoid unnecessary risks as conditions develop. For important preparedness tips and emergency guidance, visit the Tennessee Emergency Management Authority (TEMA) website: tn.gov/tema/prepare.html