Cole Appoints Fleischmann to Defense Subcommittee bit.ly/49GwIxp

“I am very pleased to appoint Chuck Fleischmann to the Defense Subcommittee...His dedication and knowledge will greatly support us as we build a responsible fiscal path forward.”

The U.S. Department of Justice mission statement is 'to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights.'

I asked the Attorney General to grade his performance relative to that mission. He gave himself an A.

I'd give him an F. Here's why ⬇️

Today, I led the House Appropriations Interior and Environment Subcommittee hearing on the Forest Service's FY25 budget.

As Chairman, I am working to ensure that land management agencies like the USFS are good neighbors and can act effectively and efficiently on the public's…

Cole, Calvert, Diaz-Balart, Rogers, McCaul, Turner Support Passage of the Supplemental bit.ly/44izPdT

“We don’t have time to spare when it comes to our national security. We need to pass this aid package this week.”

Chaired my first Legislative Branch Subcommittee Hearing today.

Looking forward to working with my colleagues on the committee to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly.

Today, I attended the Veterans Affairs Appropriations Subcommittee hearing to discuss the budget for the Department of Veterans Affairs for the Fiscal Year 25. As Chairman of the full Appropriations Committee, I look forward to being an advocate for veterans in Oklahoma!

I'll always stand up for our veterans to ensure they have the best quality of care.

With South Texas growing rapidly, a new VA hospital in San Antonio is long overdue. Last year, I helped secure funding to begin planning for the construction of this new hospital.

Today, I…

Cole Joins VA Budget Hearing, Lays Out FY25 Priorities bit.ly/3VVW9aX

'As we start the Fiscal Year 2025 process, my priorities remain focused on our national security and those that support a strong national defense.'

Cole Statement Regarding Iran’s Attack on Israel bit.ly/3Q1jVi6

'This is a defining moment - our actions must show the United States remains steadfast in our commitment to Israel’s security.”

Chairman Cole Announces Final Subcommittee Leadership bit.ly/49BnCSz

'I’m proud to partner with such a skilled & seasoned group of subcommittee chairs. Working together, we will leverage their expertise & leadership to responsibly fund the needs of the American people.'

ICYMI, SFOPS Chairman Mario Díaz-Balart's most recent op-ed highlights how the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act reestablishes “American leadership where it has been severely lacking for the last four years.”

Read the opinion here: bit.ly/49ukNmd

I was very direct with FBI Director Wray: I don’t trust him, and he’s failing to protect Americans from the national security and humanitarian crisis at our southern border.

Under this administration there have been...
-7.5 million illegal crossings
-1.7 million known gotaways…

Chairman Cole Releases FY25 Programmatic and Language Request Guidance bit.ly/3VT5QH2

“Starting today, Members can begin making programmatic and language requests for federal programs in the Committee’s database.'

Today, Chairman Rep. Tom Cole announced my appointment to serve as Chairman of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Subcommittee on House Appropriations.

What an honor! 👇

I also pressed Samantha Power on when Congress can expect to receive a certified report ensuring humanitarian aid to Gaza from diversion to or influence by Hamas or other terrorists. The State-Foreign Ops bill FY24 mandates accountability and the 15-day requirement for certification…