Americans Still Face Long-Term Unemployment, Low WagesThe latest jobs report delivered more bad news about the Obama Economy: Only 160,000 jobs were created during the month of April, the lowest...
Wicker: Why We Should Pay Attention to Federal Spending on Autopilot
Time for Washington to Focus on Debt’s Biggest DriversAny discussion of federal spending should begin by distinguishing between discretionary and mandatory expenditures. Appropriations bills concern...
Wicker: The Senate Is at Work for the American People
Bipartisan Accomplishments Address Range of Issues, From Opioid Crisis to Energy ReformUnder open procedures, the Republican-led Senate has compiled an extensive list of bipartisan accomplishments...
Wicker Supports Bill to Increase Airport Security
FAA Reauthorization Would Implement Better Screening ProcessesAmericans should be able to travel knowing that strong security measures have been put in place to protect them. The Federal Aviation...
Wicker: Equal Work Deserves Equal Pay
Republican Bills Champion Paycheck Fairness for WomenWage discrimination based on gender is both illegal and wrong. Unfortunately, it still exists. I believe that equal work deserves equal pay. I...
Wicker: Unfunded Mandates Should Not Drain Local Resources
Committee Hearing Highlights Federal Role in Water Services Across the NationState and local governments know better than Washington what is best for their communities and the people who live there....
Wicker Celebrates the Preservation of Iconic Mississippi Landmarks
2016 Marks 50th Anniversary of the ‘National Historic Preservation Act’Imagine if Elvis Presley’s shotgun home in Tupelo had not been recognized as a famous site. Or if the legendary Biloxi...
Wicker Spotlights Policy Issues at Events Across Mississippi
Discussions Centered on Senate Achievements, Health Care, and DefenseWhen the Senate is not meeting in Washington, I find it helpful to spend time at home in Mississippi, visiting with the people I...
Wicker Thanks Mississippi’s Farmers
National Agriculture Week Puts Spotlight on Industry’s Far-Reaching ImpactIf the growing impact of agriculture were ever in doubt, consider this: The number of people who benefit from the work of...
Wicker Bill to Empower Patients Earns Committee Support
Legislation Would Add Transparency to FDA’s Drug Review ProcessAvailable and affordable cutting-edge drugs, devices, and treatments have the potential to transform the lives of Americans who have...