Deadly Burn Pit Exposures Kill Veterans

Deadly Burn Pit Exposures Kill Veterans

During my time serving in Afghanistan, burning trash and human waste in open air “burn pits” was a common way to dispose of trash. After years of burning this garbage, we’ve learned of the severe...

Looking Out for Military Spouses

Looking Out for Military Spouses

When I was deployed in Afghanistan, it was Brianna - my wife - who not only inspired me but who also held down the homefront while I was away.The same is true for soldiers, sailors, Airmen and...

Threatening the Future of Our Military

Threatening the Future of Our Military

At the age of 18, you can vote, you can take out hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loans, and you can even volunteer to defend your country.  But, thanks to President Biden, at age...

House Passes Burn Pit Transparency Act

House Passes Burn Pit Transparency Act

In case you missed it, the House passed the Burn Pit Transparency Act last week as a part of the Honoring our PACT Act.  I co-authored this bipartisan bill, which will keep track of all cases...

Cutting Red Tape for Veterans

Cutting Red Tape for Veterans

As someone who spends a lot of time at the VA, I know firsthand how frustrating it can be to deal with the bureaucracy and red tape that comes with the Department of Veterans Affairs.  From the...