Empowering communities by leveraging federal and local investments helps improve the federal-local relationship and advance shared priorities.

Mississippi is home to a significant level of national defense work, such as shipbuilding, aircraft manufacturing, and critical research.

I believe we must stay focused on policies that will help put more Mississippians to work and make our economy stronger.

When we can educate and train our workforce and simultaneously match their skills with jobs, we will generate opportunities to keep our homegrown talent in-state and provide sustainable economic growth for Mississippi.

World War I was the deadliest conflict the world had ever known. Veterans Day originated from the American people recognizing that a heavy debt of gratitude was due to the veterans of that brutal conflict.

As a nation, we must honor the service and sacrifice made by Service members - past and present - to defend our nation and protect the American way of life.

To the veterans in Mississippi and across the nation, thank you for your bravery and commitment to preserving this great country. I am truly honored and humbled by your service.

It is also our responsibility to fulfill our promises to our veterans, to help those in need, and to support their strength and resilience. Ensuring that we take care of them and their families is a responsibility entrusted to all of us.

The Coast Guard has a strong presence in Mississippi and on its waterways.

Everyone understands that penalizing people for pre-existing condition is unfair.

I don't know many people without pre-existing conditions.

Obamacare is not working for Mississippians, who have had fewer choices and higher costs since that bill was passed.

Army Corps activities have a significant impact on the health, public safety, and overall quality of life for many Mississippians.

I hope the families of those who perished on the U.S.S. Oklahoma will find comfort and peace in knowing their loved ones' service in defense of our Nation helped in the ultimate fight to protect our liberty.

Mississippi farmers and ranchers continually deal with factors that can mean disaster, which is why they look for certainty and flexibility in farm programs.

Local airports serve an important role as economic and public safety assets for communities across the state.

Mississippi State University and other institutions are established leaders in the development and integration of unmanned aerial systems.

The use of drones to improve public safety, agriculture and other uses will only increase.

Upgrading and replacing deficient wastewater systems will help improve service to customers and protect the Gulf, both of which are important for future growth on the coast.

Judge Kavanaugh never wavered from his vow not to buckle under political or public pressure, which is a characteristic we need in a Supreme Court justice.

I believe Judge Kavanaugh will be a justice whose adherence to the Constitution and the rule of law will be a credit to the Court and all Americans.

Music is in Mississippi's DNA, whether it's the blues, country music, folk, or rock 'n' roll. It's not just a source of cultural pride, but also a strong contributor to our economy.

Music copyright and licensing laws haven't kept up with technology or the times. The Music Modernization Act fixes that with a comprehensive set of reforms that will help musicians receive royalties they are owed while ensuring the public has access to that music.

Union membership should not be a condition for employment, and workers should have the freedom to exercise their right to determine how their hard-earned money is spent.

I am committed to doing everything I can to represent the priorities of all Mississippians, and will continue to work to advance the needs of our state and the nation.

Leveraging the global finance system against Iran and other rogue nations that sponsor terrorism is a position I'm happy to take.

President Trump and his administration have made an intensive effort to roll back President Obama's big-government regulations, the worst of which was the Waters of the United States rule. That rule was the poster child for overreaching bureaucrats giving the federal government far-reaching powers over individual landowners.

The American people expect their government to manage their hard-earned tax dollars responsibly.

President Trump is right to get out of the Iran Nuclear Deal and impose economic sanctions in order to force a more legitimate agreement to fight the threat Iran poses to our interests, our allies, and peace in the region.

I am from Brookhaven, a small town in Southwest Mississippi.

I know firsthand how our being such a rural state presents challenges to healthcare.

When I was in the Mississippi Legislature, we worked to establish the Mississippi Rural Physicians Scholarship Program to help address the shortage of physicians in the rural areas of the state.

We all have a role in keeping our communities safe. We also owe a measure of gratitude to the men and women in law enforcement who dedicate their lives on a daily basis to protect us.

My heart goes out to the families of our fallen officers.

Deficits and debt threaten the growing American economy and our national security over the long term.

Congress must simply do more to eliminate waste and be good stewards of taxpayer dollars.

Completing annual appropriations bills would be an important step in responsible federal budgeting.

The Internet, like most successful American innovations, have not thrived because of heavy-handed government regulation.

I support greater access to the Internet, but going back to Obama-era regulations is not the answer.

Good stewardship of the environment and our natural resources is necessary.

Having individuals who are prepared to work is helping small business owners succeed and expand.

The economic importance of small businesses in Mississippi has always been significant, and it's well positioned to increase.

Mississippi catfish producers deserve to compete on a level playing field with foreign producers, and, more importantly, American consumers need to be confident that the catfish they serve their families is healthy, safe, and free of dangerous chemicals.

I'm pleased with our state's willingness to support responsible off-shore energy production while also giving special focus to enhance the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast.

The financial hardships caused by COVID-19 puts some renters and homeowners at risk of becoming homeless, which could mean greater risk of contracting and spreading the coronavirus for families.

Justice Ginsburg devoted her life to the law, becoming one of the most respected and influential woman in our time. I appreciate her dedication and service to the nation.

Mississippi is a welcoming duty station for servicemembers and their working spouses.

A national standard for recognizing the occupational licenses of military spouses across state lines would have many potential benefits. It would help improve military family life, add to the economy, and, importantly, allow a military spouse to fulfill their career goals.

There are any number of reasons many talented people, particularly women, leave their careers for a period of time.

The Pledge of Allegiance was founded on ideals of religious freedom, and has been a valuable part of our national life for generations.