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Cole Responds to FBI Investigation of Hillary Clinton
July 6, 2016
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the FBI announced that former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will not be charged due to her mishandling of classified material on a private server.
"I found Director Comey's decision and press conference to be confusing and contradictory to say the least," said Cole.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs
Cherish Liberty
July 4, 2016
Weekly Columns
For 240 years, the ideal of liberty has been engrained in America’s foundation. The words that were written so simply yet eloquently to establish a Republic and a Declaration of Independence have fundamentally been the guiding force in America’s story. Our fundamental right to express ourselves is the basis of practicing our freedom, and it should never be taken for granted.
Cole Responds to Termination of NACHC Grant by CNCS
July 1, 2016
Press Release
Norman, OK – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) terminated a grant to the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) after an oversight investigation by the CNCS Office of Inspector General found the latter to be out of compliance with the law regarding "doula" services in conjunction with
Issues:Life
Cole Responds to Failed Passage of Zika Conference Report in the Senate
June 28, 2016
Press Release
Norman, OK – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the Senate failed to pass H.R. 2577, the conference report directed at funding Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, as well the Zika Response and Preparedness Act.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs
Cole Statement on Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt
June 27, 2016
Press Release
Norman, OK – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled against the lower court's decision regarding Texas abortion laws in Whole Woman's Health v. Hellerstedt.
Issues:Life
Rep. Cole with Katie Prior Art Competition Winner
Cole Congratulates OK-04 Winner of Congressional Art Contest
June 24, 2016
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) congratulated this year's Fourth District winner of the Congressional Art Competition. A rising junior in high school from south Oklahoma City, Katie Prior is the daughter of Karen and Dave Prior.
Combating the Root of Terrorism
June 24, 2016
Weekly Columns
While our nation continues to mourn the innocent lives that were lost in the horrific terrorist attack in Orlando, Florida, our leaders are pushing to know more details as each day passes. And each day, another disturbing truth is revealed. Unfortunately, the conversation has strayed from the shooter’s clear, ISIS-inspired motive.
Issues:Defense, National Security & Foreign Affairs
Cole Responds to Department of Labor's Fiduciary Rule
June 23, 2016
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) responded to the attempt by the House to override the President's veto on the disapproval of the Department of Labor's definition of "fiduciary." This legislation, H.J.Res.

Issues:Financial Services
Cole Responds to Supreme Court Decision on President’s Immigration Plan
June 23, 2016
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the Supreme Court upheld the ruling on blocking President Obama's executive action on immigration. In United States v. Texas, the President's Deferred Action plan would allow up to five million illegal immigrants avoid deportation.

Issues:Immigration
Cole Supports Zika Conference Report
June 23, 2016
Press Release

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2577, the conference report aimed at funding Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, as well as the Zika Response and Preparedness Act.

Issues:Healthcare