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Senator Eric Schmitt, representing Missouri in the U.S. Senate, posted several updates on July 18, 2025, regarding recent legislative actions and political developments.

In a post at 15:55 UTC, Schmitt shared a quote from Steve Bannon and Russ Vought highlighting his involvement in legislative debates. The tweet reads: BANNON: “We should give a special shout out to Senator Eric Schmitt of Missouri. I think he was a tremendous ally of yours in trying to pound this through.” VOUGHT: “Senator Schmitt was a warrior. I mean, he spent the whole day on the floor beating back amendments constantly.” (July 18, 2025).

Later that day at 18:01 UTC, Schmitt commented on federal funding for National Public Radio (NPR), stating: "Today, NPR finally loses its taxpayer funding. So, to celebrate here’s a collection of their far-left CEO’s greatest hits. Brace yourself." (July 18, 2025).

In another update posted at 21:28 UTC on July 18, Schmitt summarized legislative achievements from the week. He wrote: "It’s been a productive week in Washington. We passed a $9 billion rescissions package—saving your tax dollars from waste, fraud, and abuse. I introduced a bill to protect our ICE officers—doubling the federal penalties for those that attempt to harm them. More to come." (July 18, 2025).

Rescission packages are measures used by Congress to cancel previously approved budget authority or spending appropriations as part of efforts to reduce government expenditures.

The decision regarding NPR's funding follows ongoing debates about public broadcasting support and its role within American media.

Senator Eric Schmitt has served as Missouri's junior senator since January 2023 after previously holding office as the state's attorney general.