Last weekend, I was disgusted and horrified to learn of Hamas terrorists invading Israel. The goal of Hamas appears solely to spread terror and death among the Israeli people, which is pure evil. There is no other time in recent memory in which an invasion was to solely target civilians, specifically women and children.

In light of this heinous attack, the Biden Administration's recent deal with Iran to free five Americans has warranted scrutiny because it provided a massive cash infusion – $6 billion – to Iran, a foreign adversary, who directly funded the Hamas attack. In September, as Chairman of the Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs, I conducted a hearing to examine the Biden Administration’s flawed Iran policies. Even before Israel was attacked, the decision to free up $6 billion for the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism was reckless and dangerous. This week, the White House temporarily revoked Iran's access to the $6 billion account following my call on them to do so to ensure no U.S. taxpayer dollars are weaponized to fund terrorism.

Additionally, it appears the Biden Administration has employed officials with apparent sympathetic ties to Iran in secret negotiations regarding its nuclear program. Along with Congressman James Comer (R-KY), Chairman of the House Oversight Committee, I have spearheaded an investigation into any negotiations the U.S. has had with the Iranian regime under the Biden Administration. It is clear that President Biden's actions toward Iran represent a series of failed foreign policy decisions, and the American people deserve transparency due to the far-reaching national security implications of a nuclear Iran.

Considering Iran's long history of supporting and sponsoring terrorism, the United States must hold Iran accountable for its role in the invasion of Israel by Hamas terrorists. I am proud to come together with over 400 of my colleagues as a cosponsor of a bipartisan resolution to condemn Hamas’ brutal war against Israel. During this time, we must stand firm in our support for Israel, our strongest ally in the Middle East, and help ensure its security and stability in the face of violence perpetuated by Iranian-backed Hamas. 

Wisconsin's world-class manufacturing industry is highlighted each year when Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce and Johnson Financial Group team up to find the "Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin". Products from companies all over the state compete head-to-head in a bracket challenge until one is declared the "Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin".

In the competition's seven year history, four of the winning products named "Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin" have been manufactured in the Sixth District. Click here to see all the past winners.

Voting began in September with 11 competitors from the Sixth District. Half of the contestants were eliminated each week until now, as four remain in the running the be crowned the "Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin". The final contender from the Sixth District is the Bevi Bottleless Water Dispenser made by the Plexus Corporation based in Appleton.

Cast your vote here in the final round of the 2023 Manufacturing Madness Bracket before the deadline at 12:00pm on Thursday, October 19.

Congratulations to all of the students of Campbellsport High School that participated in the crop show competition. This group made clear that the future of our state's agricultural industry is in great hands!

Last weekend, I attended the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Fond du Lac with my friends from the Alzheimer's Association in support of the fight to End Alzheimer's.

The Oxford Presbyterian Church has spread faith in Wisconsin for 170 years. I was glad to join the local Church community to celebrate this milestone.