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.

Jarvis Brunson serves as Vice President of Operations for Deerfield Beach Community Cares, leading youth initiatives and community projects. Having navigated local systems of care himself, Jarvis brings lived experience to his work and is a tireless advocate for young people across Deerfield Beach.

Evencia “Evey” Janvier is a proud Haitian American whose journey reflects resilience and drive. Evencia found her calling at Comcast Business and rose to President and CEO of the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce, where she champions local businesses and expands opportunity.

South Florida’s strength comes from the people who build it, lead it, and serve it. This Black History Month, I want to recognize several outstanding leaders whose work strengthens Palm Beach and Broward Counties:

Today, we honor his memory not just with words, but by continuing the work of building a country that truly reflects those ideals.

Rest in peace, Reverend.

He dedicated his life to pushing America to live up to its founding creed that all are created equal and endowed with the unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. He worked tirelessly to move our nation closer to that promise, and our world is better because of it.

Reverend Jesse Jackson was a larger-than-life leader of the civil rights movement who never stopped believing in the promise of a brighter tomorrow.

On Presidents’ Day, we honor that legacy and the responsibility each generation bears to protect and strengthen the American experiment.

When George Washington voluntarily stepped aside after two terms, he showed a world dominated by kings and emperors that America would be different.

Here, government is entrusted to the people, and power is limited by principle.

I pray no other community ever has to endure that kind of loss. Please keep the loved ones we lost in your hearts today, and let’s recommit to building a future where tragedies like this never happen again.

Eight years ago, Parkland was forever changed. Seventeen of our neighbors were taken from us at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, and our community has carried that pain ever since.

The video that was shared from the White House today is one of the most vile things I’ve seen in a long time. There’s no place for that racist bigotry in the White House and I hope the person responsible is fired immediately.