This week, the Budget Committee met to hold the federal government accountable for the waste and fraud that exploded under President Biden’s mismanagement. We focused on the urgent need to rein in spending, reduce waste, and bring back the principle that work is the foundation of American prosperity.

The Government Accountability Office reports that hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars are lost each year due to fraud, waste, and abuse, jeopardizing the stability of programs like Medicaid and SNAP that are intended to help the most vulnerable. That’s why I voted for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which includes commonsense, conservative reforms to strengthen federal programs by promoting work, restoring accountability, and eliminating the loopholes that have been exploited for far too long.

Work is not a punishment. It’s a path to independence, dignity, and opportunity. These reforms ensure that help goes to those who truly need it, while protecting taxpayers and preserving vital services for future generations.

📺 Watch the full hearing HERE.

Thank you to everyone in Ozaukee and Sheboygan counties who joined this week’s telephone town hall meetings. It was a pleasure to answer your questions, hear your concerns, and update you on the work I’m doing in Washington.

We discussed the progress I’m making in the Budget, Education and Workforce, Judiciary, and Oversight Committees. I also shared updates on President Trump’s bold leadership, including executive orders to secure the border, strengthen our economy, and root out waste, fraud, and abuse in the federal government. Together, we’re cleaning up the mess of the last four years and putting the focus back on the American people.

A major topic of conversation was the One Big Beautiful Bill. There’s been a lot of misinformation out there, and I wanted to set the record straight. This bill is about preventing tax hikes, protecting programs like Medicaid for those who truly need them, and cracking down on fraud and abuse. We’re strengthening Medicaid, not cutting it, and restoring it to serve its true purpose: helping vulnerable Americans.

Thank you again to everyone who participated and asked thoughtful questions. If you weren’t able to join this week, I look forward to hearing from you at an in-person or telephone town hall in the future.

I was great meeting with the Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman this week! We discussed impactful ways to enhance degree programs and better prepare students for life after graduation - exciting steps to bridge education and real-world success.

Last weekend was incredible at the Marytown Athletic Club Annual Picnic in Wisconsin! It was two days packed with amazing people, nonstop fun, and great activities. The end was topped off with a spectacular fireworks finale. Thank you to everyone who made it so special.

I had a fantastic time at the Fond du Lac County Breakfast on the Farm planned by Envision Greater Fond du Lac last weekend. It was a great opportunity to celebrate local agriculture and enjoy some of the best dairy products around - right here in the heart of Dairy Month. 

I was also honored to snap a photo with Maya Wiltzius, the Fond du Lac County Fairest of the Fair.

I had the sweetest time celebrating the first anniversary of Brownsville Triple Scoop Ice Cream last weekend! 

This charming, family-run shop is truly something to celebrate. I was honored to have been there for such an incredible event, and congratulations on this amazing milestone.