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WASHINGTON, D.C. - On behalf of Rules Committee Republicans, Chairman Michael C. Burgess (R-TX) released the following statement on the passing of Rhonda Massie, wife of Congressman and Rules Committee Member Thomas Massie (R-KY):

"The Rules Committee is praying for the family of our dear fellow member, Representative Thomas Massie, as they go through this difficult time of grief. May his family feel the peace, comfort, and love from the people surrounding them."

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In 2014, former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates famously stated then Vice President Biden: "Has been wrong on nearly every major foreign policy and national security issue over the past four decades.” Ten years later in 2024, Gates lamented how the deterrent power of the U.S. declined in the last several years and concluded, “Nobody seems to be afraid of us.” It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out President Biden is the common denominator in this shocking turn of events.
 

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Without our nation’s military, the United States couldn’t hope to defend itself—let alone serve as the greatest force for freedom around the world. Congress has a constitutional duty to provide for the common defense and support our servicemembers’ mission. It’s why we’re here today. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), Chairman of the House Rules Committee, released the following statement, announcing Jennifer Belair as the new Staff Director for the House Rules Committee and Steve Waskiewicz as Deputy Staff Director.

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When House Republicans made our Commitment to America, we promised to deliver a government that’s accountable. Safeguarding our constitutional freedoms and restoring the people’s voice were essential components of that promise. As the size and scope of the government continues to expand—something President Biden’s leadership has only accelerated—we must do everything we can to ensure the voices of everyday Americans are not silenced by the state that is meant to serve them.

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The Biden Administration has taken every opportunity to strengthen the controlling and stifling grip they have on America. Indeed, their expanse of the regulatory state is only outmatched by their radicalism. From the energy sector to home loans, this administration used red tape and Executive authority to realize the goals of woke activists at the expense of everyday Americans.

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America is engulfed by a wave of antisemitic extremism. According to the Jewish Federations of America, there’s been an over 300 percent increase in antisemitic incidents since the horrific attacks of October 7th. You need not look any further than our colleges and universities—where the next generation of American minds are molded—to see that deeply disturbing number in action.

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President Biden's weakness not only shattered our national security—it shattered global security. From the disastrous retreat in Afghanistan to an unprecedented attack on our greatest ally, the President's weakness has created a state of affairs that was unthinkable just a few short years ago. America and our partners deserve far better.