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U.S. Senators Eric Schmitt and Elizabeth Warren have raised concerns about Chinese-owned VPN applications available on major app platforms.

Alford announces August town hall tour schedule for Missouri's Fourth District

Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) announced the schedule for his August 2025 Town Hall Tour.

Rep. Mark Alford voices support for USDA reorganization and relocation to Missouri

Rep. Mark Alford posted on July 24 and July 25 expressing support for Agriculture Secretary Rollins’ USDA reorganization plan and highlighting Missouri's agricultural prominence.

Senator Schmitt questions foreign policy waste and strategic posture

Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) engaged in a line of questioning with United States Navy Vice Admiral Frank “Mitch” Bradley, who is nominated for promotion to the rank of Admiral and the position of Commander of the United States Special...

Rep. Mark Alford announces town hall tour and criticizes public policy proposals

Rep. Mark Alford shared updates on his third annual Town Hall Tour and commented on current political issues via Twitter posts dated July 23 and July 24, 2025.

Senator Eric Schmitt comments on judicial appointment and policy issues in recent posts

Senator Eric Schmitt shared updates between July 23 and July 24, 2025, covering topics such as judicial confirmations in Missouri, critiques of disparate impact legal theory, and news about federal spending cuts signed into law by President Trump.

Senator Schmitt addresses DEI discrimination concerns on Newsmax

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) recently appeared on Newsmax's National Report to discuss a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee hearing he led, focusing on ending DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) discrimination across the United States.

Mizzou extends contract for head football coach Eliah Drinkwitz through 2029

The University of Missouri Board of Curators has approved a contract extension for Eliah Drinkwitz, the head coach of Mizzou football.

Schmitt supports USDA hub relocation to Kansas City

Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) responded to Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins' announcement that Kansas City, Missouri, will become one of the five relocation hubs for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Schmitt attends White House ceremony for $9 billion rescissions package

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) participated in a White House ceremony for the signing of a rescissions package, which he played a key role in advancing through the Senate.

Senator Schmitt leads subcommittee hearing on diversity programs

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), who chairs the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, led a hearing focused on addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.

Senator Eric Schmitt criticizes DEI policies and calls for overhaul of civil rights laws

Senator Eric Schmitt voiced strong opposition to current DEI initiatives and civil rights laws in several posts dated July 23, 2025.

Rep. Mark Alford addresses national security funding and State Department cuts

Rep. Mark Alford shared updates on congressional events and federal budget decisions through several tweets posted between July 21-23, 2025.

Senator Schmitt welcomes confirmation of Zachary Bluestone to federal bench

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt has expressed his approval following the Senate's confirmation of Zachary Bluestone as a judge for the Eastern District of Missouri.

Senator Eric Schmitt announces judicial confirmations and criticizes perceived systemic inequities

Senator Eric Schmitt used social media on July 23, 2025, to announce two judicial confirmations involving former colleagues Cris Stevens and Josh Divine.

Missouri Tigers' track teams earn USTFCCCA all-academic honors

University of Missouri's track and field teams have achieved notable academic recognition.

Senator Schmitt supports confirmation of Eastern District of Missouri judicial nominees