Weekly Columns

Earlier this month, the United States hit its debt ceiling, which is currently at $31.4 trillion. After raising the debt limit by $2.5 trillion just two years ago in 2021, this sobering news should serve as a wakeup call that we must reduce our nation’s spending and implement meaningful fiscal reforms to address America’s debt crisis before it is too late.

For far too long, American leaders have accepted the erosion of our advantage over the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) both economically and militarily.

Since assuming office, President Joe Biden and his administration have waged a war on American energy.

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04), member of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement in response to reports that the House Republican majority is considering cuts to defense spending.

A significant role of my job as Representative of the Fourth District of Oklahoma is certainly being in Washington, D.C. to cast votes, debate on my assigned committees and be the voice of my constituents. However, I also take pride in offering a variety of constituent services through the help of my staff in my Washington, D.C. office and three offices located in the Fourth District.

The solvency of Social Security has reached a turning point, and millions of Americans who have paid into this program throughout their working lives are at risk of not receiving the money they deserve.

One-party Democratic rule in Washington has led to several unprecedented crises in our country and around the globe.

During the last few years, Americans have faced many challenges, including a pandemic, global security crises and 40-year high inflation. However, the holiday season is a time to remember the blessings of life and the reason for the season.