WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today voted for a resolution of disapproval on President Bush’s request for an additional $350 billion in financial bailout funds. Wicker opposed...
Wicker Opening Remarks at Secretary of Veterans Affairs Nomination Hearing
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., a member of the Veterans Affairs Committee, today delivered the following opening remarks at the confirmation hearing for Gen. Eric Shinseki,...
Wicker Joins Effort to Prevent Reinstatement of So-Called “Fairness Doctrine”
Senator Cosponsors Legislation to Prohibit Government Control Over RadioIn an effort to prevent the Democratic majority in Congress from silencing talk radio by resurrecting the so-called “Fairness...
Economy Is Greatest Challenge Facing 111th Congress
As New Session Begins, Senator Says Bipartisan Legislation Needed to Spur Economic GrowthAs the gavel fell last week to begin the 111th Congress, members of the House and Senate were immediately...
Sens. Cochran and Wicker Urge Claiborne County Residents to Attend “Flood Risk Open House”
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker today urged residents in Claiborne County to attend the upcoming meeting to find out more about floodplain management and potential changes to...
Wicker Sworn In to Begin 111th Congress
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., was sworn in as a member of the 111th Congress today. Wicker, along with other newly-elected senators, received the oath of office from Vice...
New Year Brings Major Changes In Iraq
On New Year’s Day, U.S. forces handed over security responsibilities to the Iraqi government. This marks a milestone that could be the beginning of a year of major change in the country. ...
Wicker Says Fairness Doctrine Is Far From Fair
Leading members of the Democratic congressional majority are attempting to silence talk radio by resurrecting the so-called “Fairness Doctrine.” Contrary to its name, this arcane regulation...
Adoption Provides Children With A Loving Home
Senator Says Adoptive Families Should Be Thanked for Giving the Gift of AdoptionThe holidays are a time for coming together with family. This holiday season, because of the gift of adoption,...
Domestic Energy Production Will Create Economic Growth
Last week, a study was released regarding the economic and financial benefits of developing our country’s vast oil and gas reserves that have been kept off limits for decades. The study,...