As an 8th-generation Tennessee farmer, I know firsthand that farming is more than a job—it is a calling. On National Farmers Day, I am honored to thank Tennessee’s farmers and agricultural workers who work hard every day to keep food on our tables. Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District is home to some of the greatest farmers in the country, and I am proud to support them and advocate for them every day in Congress.

It was great to be in Cookeville to celebrate the grand opening of Home Depot. I’m proud to see this region continue to grow and attract new businesses. https://t.co/2tqdR9gasW

Congratulations to the city of Cookeville and the business and community leaders who helped attract major retailer Target to this area! I was glad to welcome Target to Cookeville alongside County Commissioners, City Council members, County Mayor Randy Porter, and Cookeville Mayor Chad Gilbert, as well as former Mayors Laurin Wheaton and Ricky Shelton.

I was honored to recognize Sgt. Claude Walls from Wilson County on the House Floor. Sgt. Walls' selfless actions during the Korean War saved his brothers in arms. As we mark the 75th anniversary of his heroic actions this year, we remember Sgt. Walls' legacy of courage, heroism, and devotion to our country.

Another successful Military Service Academy Day is in the books! It was an honor to meet with an outstanding group of young Tennesseans who feel called to serve our great nation. As the nomination and application process gets underway, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office with any questions.

REMINDER for any high schooler in the 6th Congressional District interested in attending a Military Service Academy: Tomorrow from 10 until noon, you can meet with representatives from each academy and the ROTC. My team will also be on site to answer any questions you/your family may have!

Last week, my office and I had the opportunity to tour the first ground-level, chassis-less manufactured home during the @HUDgov Innovative Housing Showcase. It was an honor to help secure this provision, which will be a game changer in lowering housing costs and making homeownership and renting more affordable for future generations.

I am proud to have earned an A+ rating from the American Energy Alliance for my work during the 119th Congress. Since coming to Washington, I have remained committed to advancing affordable, reliable, American energy, strengthening our energy security, and expanding our nation’s energy production. I will continue working to unleash American energy and guarantee Tennessee families and businesses have access to the dependable, affordable power they need.

Military Service Academy Day is October 3. Middle and high school students interested in attending one of our nation’s five Military Service Academies are invited to attend this informative event. Students and families will have the opportunity to hear from representatives, alumni, cadets, and midshipmen from the Service Academies and learn more about the application and nomination process. For more information, please contact my Cookeville office. I look forward to seeing Tennessee’s next generation of leaders ready to serve our country.

American immigration policy should serve the American people. President Trump’s public-charge policy emphasizes financial self-sufficiency in immigration decisions. I recently introduced H.R. 9876, the BAN Act, which would address birth tourism by restricting entry for those seeking to obtain U.S. citizenship for a child and establish penalties for businesses that market U.S. citizenship as a product. Our citizenship is not for sale.