As we begin #SmallBusinessWeek , we recognize the grit and hard work of small business owners and their businesses that are the backbone of our nation, in TN and across the country. I encourage everyone to shop local this week.

'And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.'

Colossians 3:14

Paris, TN does a fantastic job each year hosting the world’s largest fish fry. I was honored to serve fish and help make the crowd-favorite—hush puppies. Thanks to great local leaders, parade marshals, and the community, this event continues to be an exceptional TN tradition!

Enjoyed my visit yesterday at Smyrna Ready Mix Concrete’s headquarters, which employees nearly 9,000 people. It was wonderful to learn about and see first hand their business operations and workforce.

This rule will destroy U.S. jobs and small businesses that support the firearm/ammunition industry and is another Operation Choke Point—a politically motivated effort to limit Americans’ 2nd Amendment rights. I will push for Congress to overrule it.

Had a great visit this morning at Nashville Yards, an investment in Nashville that has brought remarkable urban development across the city. We had insightful discussion about workforce needs, and I enjoyed meeting some of their skilled employees.

It was great visiting LSI Specialty Meats in Centerville yesterday!

Does anyone seriously think it’s a non-political coincidence that President Trump is on trial in 5 different jurisdictions in the middle of an election year?

It was great to have lunch with Hickman County local leaders at The Local Place! I gave an update on what is happening in Washington and received an update on the local issues they are facing in the area.

Relyant Solutions, a family owned business, produces tactical medical and military gear and manufactures thousands of products a month. It was great to see their impressive, family-oriented operations in Centerville!

It was great touring Tubular Steel’s facility this morning in Centerville! I met with their skilled workers to learn more about their production process and the company’s partnerships across the state. Thank you for your investment in the Volunteer State’s economy!

I welcome Oracle’s investment in the Volunteer State, and I look forward to the jobs and business that will bolster our economy and keep TN as a leader in technology and national security.

Translation: The Biden Admin is once again moving the goalposts on whether it will support Israel removing Iran-backed Hamas from power in Gaza.
At this point, Biden is effectively pushing Israel to let Hamas survive.

The Fed has one of the most important jobs in the economy right now: taming inflation while not sinking the US into recession. Sideshows like DEI undermine its ability to carry out monetary policy and erode its credibility as an apolitical institution.

This week we celebrate #NationalParkWeek . Thank you to our park rangers & dedicated workers who keep our parks clean & beautiful for all Americans to enjoy. In TN, we celebrate Great Smokey Mountain National Park, which is one of the most highly visited parks in the country.

Fentanyl is produced in Mexico, with precursors from China, and then illegally moved into America, where it kills many Americans. Despite this bizarre “fact check” attempt, it’s an obvious fact that stopping the fentanyl crisis requires securing our border.

Earlier this year, I joined J.D. Vance and my colleagues in calling out the SEC’s abuse of power. While this news is an encouraging first step, much more must be done to restore the SEC's accountability and ensure it drops its groundless hostility to crypto innovation.

Prime money market funds have been vital to our nation’s financial system for decades. But now poorly designed regulations are forcing them to close down. This is yet another example of how U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s reckless agenda undermines the strength of U.S. capital markets.

It’s illegal and improper to use taxpayer $ to fund partisan election activity. If the Biden Admin has nothing to hide, then why won’t it release these voter mobilization plans?
foxnews.com/politics/house…

Chrissy and I wish a happy, healthy, and blessed Passover to all who celebrate! Chag Sameach!