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July 2, 2026
In case you missed it, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) wrote an op-ed in the Lansing City Pulse reflecting on America's 250th anniversary and arguing that Restoring Trust in Government is essential to preserving our democracy.

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July 2, 2026
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On December 7, 1941, when Japan attacked the American base at Pearl Harbor, a sailor from Michigan laid down his life to save his crewmates. Ensign Francis C. Flaherty held a flashlight so the rest of his turret crew could escape the sinking USS Oklahoma. Then he went down with the ship, and he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his brave sacrifice.


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July 2, 2026
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) introduced a bill to name the post office in Charlotte, Mich., after U.S. Navy Ensign Francis Flaherty, who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery and sacrifice during Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor.

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July 1, 2026

In case you missed it, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) wrote an op-ed on Fox News Digital today on the role Congress must play in preventing America from being dragged into another endless war.


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June 25, 2026
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressmen Tom Barrett (MI-07) and Pat Harrigan (NC-10) introduced the American Drone Manufacturing Dominance Act to help law enforcement agencies transition away from foreign-made drones.

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June 25, 2026
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The rise of drone technology has transformed how law enforcement agencies operate across the country. From search-and-rescue missions to disaster response and public safety operations, drones have become a critical tool for modern policing. However, too many agencies are relying on cheap drones built by foreign adversaries like China, risking sensitive operational data, enabling surveillance vulnerabilities, and leaving law enforcement dependent on technologies we don’t fully control.


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June 17, 2026
Charlotte, Mich. — Yesterday, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) and Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited Country Mill Farms, Bakery, Orchard & Cider Mill in Charlotte. The officials met with Steve Tennes, the farm owner, before holding a panel in front of more than 200 attendees to discuss the ways they’re working to invest in public health, promote healthy living, and Make America Healthy Again.

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June 17, 2026
Lansing, Mich. — Yesterday, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) welcomed U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Scott Turner to Lansing where they toured a new housing development and met with local leaders and industry stakeholders to discuss efforts to build new, more affordable housing in mid-Michigan.

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June 15, 2026
Lansing, Mich. — Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) hosted U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to meet with local leaders and discuss the work Congress and the Trump administration are doing to unleash affordable, reliable American energy.

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June 12, 2026
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This year, we can celebrate 250 years of independence and freedom in the United States because men and women have put their lives on the line to keep our nation safe and free. These heroes deserve to be taken care of when they come home, but far too often, they face obstacles and delays to the benefits they deserve.