Columns
July 18, 2014
In recent weeks, I have heard from many Nebraskans concerned by the growing crisis at our southern border. The problem of illegal immigration is nothing new, but this year there has been a surge of tens of thousands of unaccompanied children mostly from Central America crossing into our country.
Issues:Immigration
July 3, 2014
Increasing international trade to boost our economy and benefit consumers is a rare bipartisan goal in Washington.
June 27, 2014
The investigation into allegations the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) targeted conservative groups for political purposes recently took a surprising turn.
Issues:TaxesWays & Means
June 20, 2014
In recent weeks, an Al-Qaeda inspired group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) has quickly seized control of several cities in Northern Iraq including military facilities, banks, and even a major oil refinery.
Issues:DefenseHomeland Security
June 13, 2014
Earlier this year President Obama proclaimed in his State of the Union Address his intention to go around Congress, highlighting a long pattern of overreach by the Executive branch.
June 6, 2014
The Constitution of the United States established three separate but equal branches of government. However, for some time the Executive Branch, under administrations of both parties, has been growing beyond its constitutional authority.
May 30, 2014
When Japan joined negotiations for the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement in 2013, I was optimistic we could expand market access for Nebraska exporters in one of the world’s largest economies.
Issues:AgricultureTradeWays & Means
May 23, 2014
Earlier this year, I announced my Regulation Rewind project with the goal of identifying and addressing government-imposed burdens on the Third District.