Last week, I hosted a roundtable with local business owners and advocates to talk about President Trump's reckless tariffs. What I heard was deeply concerning: soaring costs, supply chain delays, and impossible choices for small businesses that are already stretched thin. 

North Carolina has always been a great place to do business, but these tariffs are putting our progress in jeopardy. I will keep doing everything in my power to fight back against these destructive policies because North Carolinians deserve better and should not be paying the price for Trump’s extreme agenda. 

I had the pleasure of speaking candidly with Social Security leaders in our area to discuss retirement security and what's at stake as President Trump continues to threaten our seniors’ hard-earned Social Security payments.

Social Security is a promise, and we are going to keep it. That means defending it against cuts and ensuring future generations can count on it, too. 

Read more about threats to Social Security here.

It is always inspiring to nominate young people eager to serve their country to our service academies. I had the great honor to celebrate students from our district who were appointed to our nation's prestigious military academies. 

These students represent the very best of us. Their courage, discipline, and commitment to a cause greater than themselves make me so proud to represent them. I cannot wait to see all of the incredible things they'll accomplish.

To read more and find where 2026 nomination applications will be posted, click here.

It was fantastic to meet with advocates from The Arc of North Carolina to discuss the critical role Medicaid plays in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their message was clear: We must protect these services from harmful cuts. 

I stand with people living with disabilities and those advocating for them as we keep fighting to make sure every North Carolinian gets the care they deserve.

I joined Congresswoman Valerie Foushee and Congressman Brad Knott, as well as county commissioners and other local leaders, to talk about the future of Wake County at a congressional delegation roundtable. In my first two terms, I secured over $36 million in federal funding for Wake County - including investments in affordable housing, public safety, and more. 

But that progress is under threat. As the Trump administration continues to push policies that strip critical resources and programs from our communities, I remain committed to being your voice in Washington and making sure Wake County has the support it needs to thrive. 

Very truly yours,