Happy Earth Day! From the Everglades to our pristine beaches, Floridians know it’s on all of us to protect what makes our world so special. From the Artemis II to you at home, have a great and meaningful Earth Day!

This morning in Shreveport, another community woke up to a horror too many families in this country know all too well. Eight children were killed by gun violence, and tonight their parents are living through an unimaginable nightmare. We cannot keep accepting this as normal.

Speaker Johnson must immediately reconvene the House to vote on a war powers resolution. It’s beyond clear we are at war. The Speaker's legacy will be that he made Congress so irrelevant that a president can threaten to wipe out a civilization while Congress is on vacation.

Happy Easter to all who celebrate! Easter is a time to spend with friends and family and enjoy a well-deserved moment to recharge. I hope your day is filled with good food, great company, and lasting memories.

As Passover begins tonight, we extend our warmest wishes to all who are observing. Chag Pesach Sameach and wishing you a meaningful holiday with family and friends.

Starting tomorrow, I will not be in D.C. as my wife undergoes a routine surgery. I appreciate your understanding as I spend time with her during her recovery.

Thank you for leading the charge and I'm proud to stand with you here in Washington.

I was honored to host the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce in D.C. for their annual Washington Summit. Small businesses are the beating heart of our communities. This Chamber battles for them daily so they can expand, create jobs, and build the future of South Florida.

My statement on the Massie-Khanna War Powers Resolution.

At this critical moment, we recognize the extraordinary dedication and sacrifice of those deployed abroad. They serve with courage under immense pressure.

The situation in the Middle East is grave and evolving rapidly. In response to US and Israeli strikes, Iran responded by attacking its Arab neighbors. That was certainly a choice. As regional partners remain on high alert, my thoughts are with the brave American service members in harm’s way.

I am formally requesting the Departments of Defense and State to fully brief Congress on the rapidly evolving situation in Iran. This is a serious moment that demands full transparency and congressional oversight.

There’s a lot of verbs and adjectives to describe the President’s speech. Unifying is not one of them.

The Chamber plays a vital role in strengthening Fort Lauderdale’s economy and supporting the leaders and small businesses that make our city a special place to live, work, and thrive. I'm proud to be your ally in Congress and grateful for the invitation.

It was an honor to lead the Pledge of Allegiance at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce’s 116th Annual Meeting and highlight the important work the Chamber does for our community.

From business leadership to public safety, nonprofit service to caring for our seniors, these leaders make South Florida stronger. We are proud to celebrate them this Black History Month and grateful for all they do!

Denise P. Steele has dedicated more than four decades to the Northwest Focal Point Senior Center as Activities and Special Events Coordinator. What began as a part-time role became a 41-year calling. Denise is known for her compassion and belief that we are here to take care of one another.

Sowande Johnson, P.E., ICMA-CM, serves as Assistant City Manager for Parkland. A native of Jamaica and FIU graduate, he has spent more than two decades guiding infrastructure and development projects that have shaped the City’s growth and long-term success.

Captain Chantel Mears is a military veteran who made history last year when she was promoted to Captain, the first in her department’s history to reach that rank. Her career reflects dedication, discipline, and a deep commitment to service.

Sherri A. Henry was appointed CEO of HabCenter Boca Raton in 2023, leading its mission to empower adults with neurodiversity, developmental differences, and mental health challenges. Her leadership expands opportunity, independence, and dignity for the individuals and families it serves.