Recently Released Report Shows Unresolved Security RisksOctober 1 marked the one-year anniversary of HealthCare.gov, the centerpiece of the $2.1 billion insurance enrollment system created by the...
Wicker Reaffirms Importance of Local Banks and Credit Unions
New Bill Would Protect Smaller Financial Institutions From Excessive RulemakingFour years ago, Democratic super-majorities in Congress rammed through some of the most sweeping changes to the U.S....
Wicker Champions Updated Muscular Dystrophy Law
Congress Passes Key Measures to Expand Research in Pursuit of a CureOn September 18, an important battle was won in the war against muscular dystrophy when the Senate enacted the “MD CARE Act...
Wicker: After Six Years, President Still Punting on Keystone XL
Administration’s Political Delays Have Put Job Creation, Economic Development on HoldOn September 19, 2008, TransCanada applied for a U.S. presidential permit to build the Keystone XL pipeline. The...
Wicker: Political Posturing Distracts From National Challenges
Democrat Proposal to Limit Free Speech Is Ill-Timed Amid Concerns About the Economy, ISISAfter a month of visiting with Mississippians, I returned to Washington with a clear picture of the concerns...
Wicker Urges Swift Approval of Defense Bill
Blueprint for Military Priorities Is Key to U.S. Preparedness, National SecurityThe world is looking to America for leadership. We must have a comprehensive strategy to confront both the Islamic...
Wicker: U.S. Can Defeat ISIL, But President Must Lead
Half-Measures Are Insufficient to Overthrow Terror GroupAs the situation in Iraq deteriorates, a radical offshoot of al-Qaeda is seeking to expand its influence. Known as the Islamic State of Iraq...
Wicker: RESTORE Act Progress Important to Long-Term Recovery
Legal Fight Over Fines Against BP Has Led to Uncertainty, DelaysIn 2012, Congress offered a new strategy for restoring the Gulf Coast in the wake of the worst oil spill in U.S. history. Enactment of...
Wicker Optimistic About Mississippi’s Future
Statewide Travels Showcase Strong Work Ethic, Community SpiritFor more than four decades, Congress has set aside the month of August for lawmakers to spend time in their home states with their...
Wicker: Border Crisis Reflects Lack of Presidential Leadership
Obama Administration, Senate Democrats Ignore Need for Substantive Immigration ReformLike many Americans, I am deeply troubled by the crisis along our country’s southwest border. Since October of...