The Economic and National Security of our Country Depends on Maritime ResourcesThe United States has a distinguished history of using our abundant maritime resources to expand commerce and protect...
Wicker Breaks Down the ‘Green New Deal’
Socialist-Inspired Proposal Would Bankrupt AmericaThe “Green New Deal” is perhaps the most expensive and economically disastrous legislation ever proposed. The socialist-inspired plan aims to...
Wicker: Senate Rules Changes Could Break Legislative Logjam
Wicker Votes to Expedite Consideration of President’s NomineesMore than two years into Donald Trump’s presidency, Senate Democrats continue to abuse the Senate confirmation process and delay...
Wicker Bills Pass During Black History Month
U.S. Senate Votes to Recognize Evers Home in Jackson, Strengthen HBCUsIn a few weeks, I will take a pilgrimage with an icon of the civil rights movement. I will join a tour of civil rights...
Vicksburg Man Joins Trumps for State of the Union
President Focuses on Job Growth, Calls for Bipartisan CooperationA Mississippi man was among several guests joining President and Mrs. Trump at the recent State of the Union address. Though...
Wicker: 5G Technology Presents Opportunities for Mississippi
New Networks Could Enable Improved Connections and Innovations for Rural AmericaThe fifth generation of high-speed wireless networks, commonly known as 5G, is expected to increase data speeds up to...
Wicker Recounts Past Bipartisan Support for Border Barriers
Walls and Fences Have Been Embraced by Both Parties for DecadesThe debate over funding for a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border has invoked partisan passions and strong language. Democratic...
Wicker Champions Effort to Protect Life
Taxpayer Funds Should Never Subsidize AbortionThe Supreme Court decision in the case of Roe v. Wade in 1973 represents a dark moment in our nation’s history. The decision handed down in that...
Wicker Begins Term as Chairman of Senate Commerce Committee
Committee Policies Have a Big Impact on MississippiansThe Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation is one of the most important in Congress. With jurisdiction over most of the...
Wicker Bills Become Law Before Start of New Congress
Policies Promise to Benefit State and Entire Gulf RegionAs the days dwindled in 2018, legislative activity quickened on several bills I had introduced in the 115th Congress. Some were passed...