As a mother and a grandfather, we care deeply about the online safety of America’s children. Advancements in artificial intelligence hold immense potential, but sadly, children are being irreparably harmed online by deepfake exploitation with little to no legal consequences.
Our nation has been addressing bullying for years now. But sharing deepfakes and exploiting nonconsensual intimate… Read more »
The Chinese Communist Party’s recent decision to restrict exports of rare earth elements and magnets stunned many pundits and analysts. But for those who have observed China’s decades-long campaign to consolidate and control the rare earth industry, it was entirely predictable.
Beijing has played this card before: In 2010, it shut off rare earth exports to Japan amid a fishing dispute.… Read more »
As the representative for Virginia’s 1st District in Congress, I take seriously the legislative branch’s responsibility to ensure the federal government operates efficiently, effectively and in the best interests of the American people. Across party lines, there’s growing agreement: Washington must get its fiscal house in order by spending taxpayer dollars wisely while focusing on results… Read more »
I grew up on the Chesapeake Bay, spending my early years hunting, fishing and learning from the natural world around me. That foundation led me to a career in environmental science, serving over two decades with the Virginia Department of Health, studying water quality in the bay to ensure its shellfish were safe to harvest. Today, those experiences continue to shape my approach to… Read more »
In celebration of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month in February, I had the privilege of visiting the Advanced Career Education Center at Hermitage High School in Henrico County. This cutting-edge facility provides hands-on, skills-based training for high school juniors and seniors, equipping them for licensure and certification in vital fields such as construction, health care,… Read more »
Every day we hear from families who are struggling to afford the rising costs of groceries, gas, and utility bills. They tell us their budgets have been stretched to the breaking point, and their lives have become more difficult and less safe, all due to the reckless policies of the Biden-Harris administration.
Life is challenging enough without rampant inflation cutting into family… Read more »
Social media has fundamentally changed how Americans — especially our children — interact with one another. It has created virtual outlets for expression and forums for like-minded individuals to share ideas and interact with those who have common interests.
As a father of two and the grandfather to six young children, I appreciate how social media can help keep our loved ones connected,… Read more »
In today’s ever evolving 21st century economy, key industries are struggling to find adequately trained workers to fill middle-skill jobs. Many of these jobs don’t require a traditional four-year degree but do require post-secondary credentials or licenses — training programs that can be costly.
In Virginia, 529 savings plans — which permit investment earnings in these accounts to be… Read more »
With just two legislative weeks left before Congress adjourns for August recess, the U.S. House of Representatives has only passed four of the 12 government funding bills that must be completed before the end of the fiscal year on Sept. 30. And the Senate has yet to pass a single government funding bill for the upcoming fiscal year. When members of Congress return on Sept. 9, we will only… Read more »
Virginia’s 1st District encompasses some of the most unique transportation challenges in the country. From congested highways to strained commuter rail systems and deteriorating roads and bridges to sediment-filled waterways, our infrastructure faces significant hurdles. This is particularly evident in Virginia’s Northern Neck and the Middle Peninsula, where residents depend heavily on a… Read more »
