U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5)
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Foxx Celebrates Bipartisan Victory for American Workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) is celebrating a bipartisan victory for American workers after the House passed her bill, the A Stronger Workforce for America Act. The legislation aims to upgrade the skills of American workers and strengthen pathways to economic opportunity.In a statement, Foxx emphasized the importance of investing in the American workforce, stating, “This is the American workforce that smelted the steel that built the engine that propelled man to the moon... This is the American workforce that has repeatedly dropped its tools and...
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Foxx Leads Letter to CMS Advocating for Protection of Medicare Advantage
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and 45 of her House Republican colleagues have penned a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) advocating for the protection of Medicare Advantage (MA) plans from proposed cuts for 2025. The letter urges CMS to reconsider the cuts, expressing concerns about the potential harm to seniors and the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.The House Republican members highlighted the benefits of Medicare Advantage plans, stating, "In addition to lower costs for seniors, Medicate Advantage...
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Foxx Congratulates McHenry on His Service to North Carolina
Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) has congratulated Congressman Patrick McHenry on his retirement, praising his leadership and friendship. Foxx stated, "Throughout his entire career in the People's House, Congressman McHenry has not only been a reliable and visible leader, but he has also been a steadfast friend to many – me included."Foxx highlighted McHenry's achievements during his time in Congress, noting his service as the Chairman of the Financial Services Committee and his critical role as Speaker Pro Tem this year. She described McHenry's leadership as a model...
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Foxx Sets Record Straight On Mayorkas Impeachment Vote
Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) has reaffirmed her support for an impeachment inquiry into Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a statement released today, Foxx emphasized the importance of adhering to regular order and conducting a thorough investigation into Mayorkas' actions.Foxx stated, "In January, I offered my full-throated support of launching an impeachment inquiry into Secretary Mayorkas – and not stooping to the same level as House Democrats when they launched a snap impeachment crusade against President Trump."Foxx drew attention to the...
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Foxx Announces Vietnam War 50th Commemoration Pinning Ceremony
Congresswoman Virginia Foxx, in collaboration with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, has announced a special event to honor Vietnam-era veterans residing in North Carolina's 5th Congressional District. The Vietnam War 50th Commemoration Pinning Ceremony will take place on Veterans Day, November 10, 2023, at VFW Post 4286 in Newland.All Vietnam War-era veterans who served in the armed forces between November 1, 1955, and May 15, 1975, are eligible to participate in the ceremony and receive a Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin. This commemorative pin is a...
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Foxx on concerns over collaboration between China, UC Berkeley: 'The CCP abuses seemingly innocuous research collaborations'
Congress is investigating “grave research security concerns” surrounding the University of California Berkeley’s joint institute with Tsinghua University and the Shenzhen government in China.