Tens of thousands of Epstein files kept out of public view while allegations involve the President? The American people deserve full transparency.

Let’s be clear, the people sent into harm’s way won’t be wealthy or well-connected. It’ll be working-class Americans who wear the uniform, deploy overseas, and bear the cost of Trump’s illegal regime-change war. nypost.com/2026/03/02/u...

What’s truly unavoidable now is the consequence of reckless choices. This entire crisis was preventable.

House Republicans are using President Trump’s war with Iran to attempt to force Congress to fund ICE and CBP without substantial reforms despite their policies of harassing, detaining, beating, and killing American citizens.

Thousands of Americans stranded abroad, and the President admits there was no evacuation plan.  No imminent threat. No strategy. Just reckless decision-making, costing American lives and billions of taxpayer dollars.

Americans abroad should not be left without clear guidance & help from their government amidst Trump’s war of choice.

While in the thick of tax season, Trump is waging war on the very workers who ensure working families aren’t buried by an unfair system. www.govexec.com/workforce/20...

You truly can’t make this make sense. Firing Iran counter-intel experts days before knowingly escalating tensions is reckless and puts our national security at risk. The American people deserve competence, not chaos. www.ms.now/news/kash-pa...

100 days to go until the FIFA World Cup comes to the U.S. With matches, fan events, and visitors from around the world, this tournament will be a major moment for Kansas City and a chance to showcase our heartland hospitality on a global stage.

Cuts driven by DOGE’s overhaul have hollowed out the State Department’s capacity abroad, crippling our ability to help citizens in crisis.

Shame on Secretary Noem. Instead of taking responsibility for agents under her leadership killing American citizens, she’s doubling down on false and inflammatory rhetoric. Leadership requires accountability, truth, and humility in the face of tragedy. The American people deserve far better.

Only one in four Americans support these strikes.    The American people were promised a “President of Peace”. Instead, they’re getting unilateral escalation with no clear authorization, no defined strategy, and no public support.

Following the launch of U.S. military operations in Iran, Americans abroad should carefully review State Department security alerts and travel guidance.   Enroll in STEP to receive updates and stay in close contact with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

So-called “President of Peace” ≠ President of endless air strikes.   More strikes, more nations, fewer answers. Broken promises matter - especially when American lives, Congressional authority, and our diplomatic standing are on the line.

Four American service members are dead. When asked for a message to their families, the President had nothing to say.   Our troops and their loved ones deserve acknowledgment, answers, and leadership equal to their sacrifice.

We mourn the loss of four American service members. Behind every headline is a family forever changed. May we honor their sacrifice by remembering that decisions about war carry profound consequences - for our troops, their families, and our nation.  www.kshb.com/world/middle...

My statement on U.S. military strikes against Iran below:

As Black History Month nears its conclusion, let us reflect on the importance of studying and understanding the past. History serves as a source of inspiration, fosters empathy, and provides us with a roadmap during uncertain times.

Since its founding in 1920, the American Civil Liberties Union has been the premier defender of our Constitutional rights, from freedom of speech to the right to reproductive healthcare. I take immense pride in earning a perfect 100% on the latest scoreboard from the ACLU.

Rather than obtaining a judicial warrant, ICE lied about a missing child in order to gain access to a university-owned residential building. These kinds of tactics spread distrust of law enforcement and make it harder to solve crimes.

As a direct result of Congressional Republicans allowing Affordable Care Act tax credits to expire at the end of last year, millions of Americans saw their premiums double overnight. In response to a crisis of their own creation, the Administration's now scrambling. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/h...

In hopes of meeting the Administration's mass deportation goals, ICE is resorting to tactics that can only be described as shameful. When your neighbors don't feel safe reporting crime, it makes all of us less safe. www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/202...

Proud to announce that I earned a perfect 100% score from the League of Conservation Voters for the year 2025! While environmental protections come under attack, I will continue to stand up for renewable energy, clean air and water, and meaningful strategies to combat climate change.

Believing in the safety and effectiveness of time-tested vaccines should be a basic requirement for anyone nominated to serve as Surgeon General of the United States. Casey Means fails this test. Being unqualified may be the one and only qualification for serving in the Trump Administration.

The President's proposal to exert control over elections is a clear-as-day sign of desperation. Unconstitutional tactics like these are another reminder that this Administration has failed to deliver for the American people.

Deporting unaccompanied children without even giving them a chance to speak with an attorney shreds the moral fiber of this country. We must do better.

Now that FBI Director Kash Patel has returned from his taxpayer-funded trip to the Olympics aboard a government jet, he has continued the Trump Administration's campaign of retribution. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/25/u...

Since the founding of the first YMCA on American soil nearly 175 years ago, the institution has promoted youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Happy to sit down for an episode of The Movement: A Podcast from the YMCA of Greater Kansas City! youtu.be/26u1GO7WJJA

Allowing for the year-round sale of E15 gas would lower prices at the pump, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support American farmers at a time when producing food has become an increasingly risky pursuit.

In 2025, the United States hit a 32-year high for the number of recorded measles cases. American children are now suffering the consequences of an unqualified vaccine skeptic being appointed Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Last night, the President repeatedly invoked the founding of this country as the United States approaches its 250th birthday. Like all Americans, I too take pride in knowing that our commitment to the belief that "all men are created equal" has so endured.

"So I'll ask again: Is the President working to make life more affordable for you and your family?"

President Trump surrounds himself with yes-men who praise his every move and nod in agreement to every word that leaves his mouth. One look at his cabinet secretaries confirms this.

The United States spent nearly twenty years fighting a war in the Middle East that left this country in a weaker position than when it started. Thousands of U.S. military personnel killed and permanently injured. Families shattered. Trillions in new debt. Our standing in the world diminished.

By withholding multiple victim interviews with the FBI, the Attorney General is blatantly violating the Epstein Files Transparency Act and perpetuating the harm done to countless victims. Where there's smoke, there's fire. Release the rest of the files.

All Americans still located in Mexico are strongly encouraged to enroll in the State Department's alert program at step.state.gov

Try as he might, President Trump will never succeed at erasing the contributions that enslaved people made to building the United States. Patriotism should never be dependent upon turning a blind eye to our country's past injustices.

The people of Kansas City made it abundantly clear that warehousing human beings and separating families is immoral and beneath the principles that define the United States.

"The U.S. trade deficit in goods rose to a record high of $1.24 trillion in 2025, driven by a 4.3% increase in goods imports, according to data published Thursday by the Census Bureau."

In light of the U.S. military buildup within striking distance of Iran, it is imperative that the War Powers Act be honored. No president has the authority to unilaterally use military force without the approval of Congress.

Team USA brings out the best in young people and gives all Americans something to root for. I am immensely proud of the men and women who brought home the gold and made history in Milan! To all of the athletes who competed in this year's games, rest assured that you made us proud.

Si se encuentran en México, por favor sigan las instrucciones de la Embajada de Estados Unidos y autoridades locales. Residentes del Quinto Distrito Congresional de Missouri que necesiten asistencia pueden contactar mi oficina en Kansas City al (816) 842-4545.

If you are in Mexico, please follow guidance issued by the U.S. Embassy and local authorities. Constituents of Missouri's 5th Congressional District who need assistance may contact my Kansas City District Office at (816) 842-4545.

The public is making it clear that cruelty is not immigration policy and Americans don't want a federal police force that acts with no accountability. abcnews.com/Politics/ame...

The lowest savings rate since 2008 doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Trump and the GOP’s Big Ugly Bill, tax breaks for the wealthy, and tariff chaos that raised prices have made life more expensive for everyday Americans.

Ten-day ultimatums make headlines. Serious foreign policy requires coalition-building, strategy, and congressional oversight. www.bbc.com/news/article...

Americans have been shouldering the costs of Trump’s tariffs. Today’s ruling is a reminder that the Constitution gives Congress – not the White House - the power over tariffs.

There’s always a tweet.

Congress has not authorized $10 BILLION for a president-controlled fund & no administration gets to unilaterally redirect taxpayer dollars. If the White House is serious about peace, its focus should be on implementing & sustaining the Gaza Peace Plan, not creating opaque funds without oversight.

In just a short time, thousands of visitors from across the globe will arrive at the doorstep of the heartland of the United States and we intend to show them the very best of us.