Last week, newly-elected members of the House and Senate were sworn-in for the start of the 112th Congress. It is an honor and a privilege to represent the people of Mississippi. It is...
Action During the Lame Duck
During the final weeks of the year when most Americans were focused on preparing for Christmas, Congressional Democrat leaders rushed to jam through a number of liberal priorities. At the same...
Defending the Second Amendment
With deer season in full swing, many Mississippians will participate in a time honored tradition of hunting. This time outdoors allows our people to develop important life skills at an early...
Celebrating the Spirit of Christmas
The Christmas spirit shines like a beacon through a cold winter’s night in Mississippi. While this year has been difficult for many, we still have much for which to be grateful. During...
Restoring the 10th Amendment
Over the past two years, we have witnessed an Administration and Congress intent on ramming through costly, big-government policies that Americans did not want. From the costly bailouts to...
Protecting Consumers and Small Business
As Christmas approaches, parents and grandparents want to know that products on store shelves are safe. News stories of lead paint decorating children’s toys and defective merchandise...
Wicker Says Congress Misguided in Lame Duck
The clock is ticking in Washington with only a few weeks remaining until the end of the congressional session. During these final days, Congress has an opportunity to take up the issues that reflect...
Giving Thanks to Mississippi Farmers
As many of us gather around the dinner table with family and friends this Thanksgiving, we often forget about the hard work that makes our holiday feast possible. I am not talking about my...
Listening to the People on Health Care
Voters across the country sent a clear message to the President a few weeks ago. They opposed the growing role of the federal government in their lives, and that included President Obama’s top...
Honoring Our Veterans and Military Families
Recently, millions of Americans took to the polls or mailed in ballots exercising their right to vote. This important principle of our democracy is made possible because of the soldiers,...