We need to keep prices stable while helping incomes rise. The conflict with Iran and ongoing trade disputes have contributed to inflationary pressures. I would support bringing the conflict with Iran to a responsible conclusion and approaching trade partners with respect rather than retaliatory tariffs. More broadly, Congress must refocus on the American people by investing in human capital and reducing everyday costs in energy, healthcare, childcare, and education, while addressing barriers to homeownership.

Due process is a constitutional safeguard that protects rights and reduces mistakes. I have found ICE raids and detention centers to be problematic due to limited transparency and concerns about due process. Congress has tools to ensure accountability, including amending laws, the Congressional Review Act, impeachment, and the power of the purse. These should be used to require transparency and ensure access to legal process. Oversight should begin in committees, but if they fail, a discharge petition may be necessary. We should not compromise constitutional protections.

In a globalized world, it is not a question of if, but when, the next epidemic will occur. The CDC plays a vital role and should coordinate with international public health organizations. Trust in public health institutions declined after COVID-19, but prevention benefits everyone. In South Carolina and across the country, outbreaks of preventable diseases such as measles show the consequences of declining vaccination rates. The medical community must communicate clearly and transparently so Americans can make informed health decisions.

Congress has the explicit authority to declare war. It has not done so in this case, which raises serious constitutional concerns about ongoing military involvement. Given the current situation, Congress must ensure that U.S. ground forces are not committed to large-scale combat operations without proper authorization. The War Powers Resolution, as currently structured, is overly permissive. A president has 60 days after initiating significant military action, but in reality, conflicts do not pause simply because U.S. law imposes a timeline. Any sustained military engagement against a sovereign nation should require explicit congressional approval, except in truly exigent circumstances.

We strengthen the economy by lowering everyday costs and investing where growth actually starts: workers, small businesses, infrastructure, housing, and skills training. I support targeted tax relief for working families, bringing down health care and prescription costs, modernizing roads and broadband, and expanding workforce pipelines so people can get good-paying jobs without being buried in debt. We also need fiscal responsibility, because rising deficits and interest costs squeeze out room for long-term investment.

Congress must make it clear that border security and due process go together. That means stronger oversight, clear use-of-force and detention standards, body-camera and record-retention requirements where appropriate, real consequences for misconduct, and regular public reporting to Congress. We should fund training that emphasizes constitutional rights and require independent review when abuses are alleged. Enforcement should focus on real public-safety threats, not cutting corners on the rule of law.

The U.S. should treat public health preparedness like national security: detect threats early, share data fast, and respond locally before outbreaks become national crises. That means investing in state and local health departments, lab capacity, emergency stockpiles, hospital readiness, and clear public communication. We should strengthen coordination among CDC, hospitals, schools, and local governments so response plans are ready before the next emergency, not built in the middle of one.

Congress has a constitutional duty to lead on questions of war. The President is commander in chief, but Congress holds the power to declare war, fund military action, conduct oversight, and set legal limits on the use of force. My view is simple: no blank checks, no open-ended conflict, and no military escalation without clear objectives, lawful authority, and accountability to the American people. Congress must debate it, vote on it, and own the decision.

To strengthen the U.S. economy, we must focus on practical policies that support working families and small businesses. Lowering costs starts with energy independence, stable supply chains, and real competition. Small businesses need simpler taxes, less red tape, and better access to capital so they can grow and hire locally. We must also bring manufacturing back to the U.S. to create jobs and reduce reliance on foreign nations. Investing in workforce development, including trade programs and apprenticeships, will prepare Americans for in-demand careers. Finally, restoring fiscal responsibility and supporting the middle class will ensure long-term growth and opportunity for all.

Congress must ensure that immigration enforcement is both lawful and accountable. That means clear, enforceable standards requiring judicial warrants for home entries, strict adherence to the probable-cause standard, and protection of constitutional rights for all individuals. Congress should strengthen oversight by guaranteeing access to detention facilities, requiring body cameras, and imposing real consequences for violations. Federal agents already have broad authority, which makes strong safeguards essential. We need independent review mechanisms, stronger training on civil rights, and the ability for individuals to seek remedies when their rights are violated. Public safety and due process must go hand in hand.

The U.S. must take a proactive, locally responsive approach to public health threats. That means strengthening early detection, investing in domestic production of critical supplies, and improving coordination with states like South Carolina so communities can act quickly. We should support rapid vaccine and treatment development while ensuring clear, transparent communication to build public trust. Responses should respect individual freedoms and avoid one-size-fits-all mandates by allowing states and local leaders to tailor solutions. Preparedness, strong infrastructure, and accountability will help protect both public health and economic stability.

Congress must uphold its constitutional role and not allow its authority to be overridden in matters of war. The Constitution is clear: Congress, not the President, has the power to declare war and authorize prolonged military action. In the case of Iran, Congress should demand clear objectives, authorize or reject military engagement, and use its oversight and funding powers to prevent unauthorized escalation. We cannot allow endless conflict without accountability. Our focus should be on protecting American interests, avoiding unnecessary war, and ensuring that decisions of this magnitude go through the people’s elected representatives, not through unilateral executive action.

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We need public investments in our working and middle classes and in entrepreneurship. We must invest in our rural & underserved communities, schools. Raise the Fed minimum wage, invest in clean energy manufacturing. Give tax relief for small businesses, cut red tape in SBA loans. Cap insulin & essential drug prices, require insurance coverages for hearing aids and cognitive health. Invest in workforce skills over debt. Expand trade schools, paid job training programs, and reduce student debt burdens. Build affordable housing, crack down on corporate price gouging. I plan to rebuild the economy from the ground up,starting with working people, small businesses, and communities that have been ignored for too long. No more top 1% welfare.

I plan to bring back checks and balances into our coequal branch of government. Eliminate the secret police in America. Require all ICE/DHS agents to wear visible ID, name/number, use body cameras during enforcement actions, ban the use of unmarked vehicles, and mask operations. Pass legislation (Ice Accountability Act) for independent investigators, subpoena power, and authority to refer cases of wrongdoing for prosecution. Use the power of the purse. Condition funding for DHS/ICE. Prohibit blank-check funding without guardrails. Require immediate access to legal counsel and a trackable detainee location system. Unrestricted access to ICE facilities by Congress members. Clear use of force & enforcement limits.

We must detect early, move fast, tell the TRUTH, and protect before systems collapse. Rebuild the public health workforce, including epidemiologists, lab techs, contact tracing capacity, community health workers, and rural health staff. Secure domestic supply chains for PPE, testing materials, vaccine ingredients, hospital equipment, and expand a maintained domestic manufacturing and strategic stockpile. Make testing fast and free, strengthen vaccine and treatment readiness. Communication is key. We must communicate clearly and consistently. One clear set of national guidance, reg. public briefings, plain language updates, honest explanations. Protect our vulnerable communities first, keep school workers, & businesses in place. (continued)

We have a War Powers Resolution of 1973. Congress has the duty to declare war if needed. Our current Congress has a Republican majority in charge, and they refuse to pass anything to limit or stop this unlawful war. Congress can cut or condition funding and refuse to authorise continued operations. Congress must provide oversight and accountability. The Constitution is clear: Congress, not the President, has the power to declare war. If we are going to send American men and women into harm’s way, it must be debated, authorized, and accountable to the people. Congress must either approve or stop this war. The American people should have a voice through their congressman or congresswoman through checks & balances. No more endless conflicts!

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I believe the best way to strengthen the American economy is to lower taxes, cut burdensome regulations, unleash American energy, support small businesses, and bring manufacturing jobs back home. South Carolina families know how to spend their money better than Washington bureaucrats do. Congress should focus on pro-growth tax policy, workforce development, energy independence, and reducing reckless federal spending that drives inflation.

ICE and DHS agents have a vital responsibility to enforce our immigration laws and keep American families safe. Congress should ensure they have the resources, training, and clear legal guidance necessary to do their jobs effectively and lawfully.

The United States must be prepared before a crisis begins. That means secure medical supply chains, support for local hospitals and health departments, and rapid coordination between federal, state, and local officials. We must protect public health while also respecting individual liberty, parental rights, and the ability of businesses, churches, and schools to operate without unnecessary federal overreach.

Congress has a constitutional responsibility to provide oversight, fund our military, and ensure the American people are informed about the mission, strategy, and costs involved. Iran is the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism and must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. I support standing with our allies, especially Israel, defending American servicemembers, and making sure any military action is tied to a clear objective: protecting America’s national security and preventing a nuclear Iran.