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May 9, 2025
WASHINGTON D.C. –  President Donald Trump officially repealed the Biden administration's burdensome energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators and freezers today, signing H.J. Res 75 into law. The bill, led by Republican Study Committee (RSC) member Rep. Craig Goldman (TX-12), eliminates regulations that would have imposed an $8 billion burden on manufacturers, small businesses, and ultimately consumers.

This victory represents a significant step in rolling back expensive Biden-era green energy mandates that drive up costs for everyday Americans.

May 9, 2025
WASHINGTON D.C. –  In yet another display of dangerously misplaced priorities, three House Democrats stormed through security gates at an ICE detention facility in Newark, bypassing established security protocols, and breaking the law in the process, to stage a political stunt. This is just another day that ends in 'y' for House Democrats in 2025. 

Representatives Rob Menendez Jr., Bonnie Watson Coleman, and LaMonica McIver felt their congressional pins entitled them to break facility security rules that protect Americans from the dangerous criminals housed within — including alleged murderers, MS-13 gang members, and convicted sex offenders.

May 8, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. –  The Republican Study Committee's (RSC) "Right to the Point" podcast released its latest episode featuring RSC Chairwoman Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) hosting alongside House Republican Conference Secretary Rep. Erin Houchin (IN-09) and Rep. Brandon Gill (TX-26). This episode brings together three powerhouse Republicans to discuss the critical budget reconciliation process and House Republican priorities. 

Highlights from the episode include: 


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Chairman Pfluger with Secretary Burgum
May 7, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. –  The Republican Study Committee (RSC) hosted Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum today for a members meeting on Capitol Hill. Secretary Burgum outlined his goals how we will unleash American energy—including oil, gas, and coal, through enhanced leasing and permitting efficiencies, and how this energy production can reduce the nation's deficit.

Secretary Burgum highlighted how America's abundant energy resources will drive the next technological revolution, powering AI advancement and securing U.S. global competitiveness through reliable baseload energy supplies. 


May 7, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. –  The Republican Study Committee's (RSC) Steering Committee released the following statement:

"The Republican Study Committee will not falter in our commitment to achieving real fiscal reforms and reducing the deficit. Garnering the requisite savings while expanding pro-growth tax policies will solidify President Trump’s legacy in the One Big Beautiful Bill.

This is our chance to make history and end Washington’s addiction to reckless spending."


May 7, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. – Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman August Pfluger joined Mornings with Maria to discuss Interior Secretary Doug Burgum speaking on Capitol Hill today and updates on the One Big Beautiful Bill. 

Under the leadership of Chairman Pfluger, the 189 members of the RSC are working tirelessly alongside this administration to rein in Washington's reckless spending addiction and unleash American energy.


May 5, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. – In a decisive moment for American public health and national security, President Trump signed an executive order today terminating federal funding for dangerous gain-of-function research in adversarial countries, including China and Iran, as well as other foreign nations with insufficient oversight. 

The Republican Study Committee (RSC) has long advocated for policies that ensure American taxpayer dollars will never bankroll research in foreign countries with life-threatening pandemic potential. Closing vulnerabilities in our scientific funding apparatus is of paramount importance. Members praised the signing of this historic executive order:


May 2, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. – The Republican Study Committee’s “Right to the Point” podcast released its milestone 10th episode featuring RSC Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11) hosting the rival Carolina members Rep. Pat Harrigan (NC-10) and Rep. Sheri Biggs (SC-03).

This episode features three accomplished leaders in defense, healthcare, and national security who are all committed to ensuring RSC remains the ‘conservative conscience’ on Capitol Hill.

Toplines from the episode include: 


May 2, 2025

WASHINGTON DC - The April jobs report demonstrates continued economic momentum with 177,000 new positions added across critical sectors, marking the second consecutive month of substantial growth. Rising wages and increased workforce participation proves that President Trump's America First agenda is working.

The Republican Study Committee's (RSC) Budget Task Force Chair released this statement following the report:


May 2, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C. – Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman August Pfluger released the following statement on President Trump's budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2026:

"President Trump isn't just changing the channel—he's rewriting the script. This budget ditches President Biden's woke waste and weaponization of government while getting America back on track. We're finally giving our military the strength and resources they deserve, securing our border with real teeth, not just talk, while responsibly reducing non-defense spending by $163 billion.