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Today is the day that lawmakers are heading back to Washington, D.C. after spending the past five weeks in their respective districts and states.
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Norman, Oklahoma – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after being awarded the Association of Independent Research Institutes 2025 Public Service Award:
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This month marks four years since President Biden carried out his catastrophic withdraw of U.S. forces from Afghanistan, ignoring the advice of America’s top military leaders and experts.
As an eternal learner, I am constantly reading. I invite you each month to follow along with what I'm currently reading or check back periodically for hand-picked selections of my favorites. Here's what I'm reading this month:
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The Power and the Money: The Epic Clashes Between Commanders in Chief and Titans of Industry by Tevi Troy
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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after former Oklahoma Governor and longtime politician George Nigh passed away at the age of 98:
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This Friday will mark the beginning of August – a month in Congress that we refer to as the Annual District Work Period. This means that the House of Representatives will not be in session and members of Congress can spend ample time in their communities and converse with their constituents and local leaders.
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Washington, D.C. – Early this morning, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act, which funds the United States Department of Defense:
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In 1793, in his fifth annual State of the Union Address, President George Washington said, “if we desire to secure peace…it must be known that we are at all times ready for war.”
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Last week, on America’s birthday, President Trump delivered on his campaign promises, ushering in so many golden chapters ahead.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 3, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of the final Reconciliation bill, also known as the One Big, Beautiful Bill, which will codify President Trump’s agenda:

