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Senator Schmitt leads Senate hearing on tech company cooperation with federal agencies over online speech

Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) chaired a Senate Commerce Committee hearing in Washington to discuss concerns about government influence over online speech and the role of social media companies in moderating content.

By C. M. Luna | Oct 8, 2025

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Senate passes resolution honoring servicemembers in Operation Midnight Hammer

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt's (R-MO) resolution honoring the B-2 pilots and all servicemembers involved in Operation Midnight Hammer has passed the U.S. Senate with unanimous consent.

By K. S. Dickens | Oct 7, 2025

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CDC 2025 Measles Update: Missouri's case count rises as of week ending Sept. 20

By P. T. Askew | Oct 7, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Missouri for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 13.

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Senator Schmitt secures DOJ commitment for investigation into left-wing political violence

By K. S. Dickens | Oct 7, 2025

During a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing, Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) questioned Attorney General Pam Bondi about the Department of Justice’s approach to political violence and its handling of cases involving left-wing groups.

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Hawley secures DOJ pledge for probe into alleged surveillance by Biden administration

By K. S. Dickens | Oct 7, 2025

At a Senate Judiciary hearing, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) received a commitment from Attorney General Pam Bondi that the Department of Justice would investigate allegations that the Biden administration used the DOJ to monitor his personal...

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Hawley responds to reports of FBI surveillance on Republican lawmakers

By C. M. Luna | Oct 6, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) issued a statement responding to recent reports that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under President Joe Biden's administration, monitored the private communications and phone calls of several Republican...

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Senator Eric Schmitt discusses FBI investigations and government shutdown on Fox News

By C. M. Luna | Oct 5, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) appeared on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures to discuss several current political issues, including left-wing political violence, Operation Arctic Frost, and the government shutdown debate.

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Senator Schmitt urges passage of pro-police legislation blocked by Senate Democrats

By C. M. Luna | Oct 3, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has urged the Senate to pass a series of bills intended to support law enforcement officers and enhance public safety.

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Hawley seeks answers from FDA over early approval of generic abortion pill

By L. J. Crowley | Oct 3, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has requested an explanation from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its recent approval of a new generic version of the abortion drug mifepristone.

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Senator Schmitt discusses cartel threat and border policy changes under recent administrations

By L. J. Crowley | Oct 2, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) appeared on Fox News’ Ingraham Angle to discuss the Trump administration’s approach to combatting narco-terrorist cartels and violent crime in the United States.

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Hawley questions airline CEOs over passenger fees and company practices

By L. J. Crowley | Oct 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) questioned airline executives about their use of additional fees and policies that he says negatively affect passengers while increasing profits.

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Senator Schmitt criticizes Senate Democrats for opposing bill to avoid shutdown

By L. J. Crowley | Sep 30, 2025

Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) criticized Senate Democrats for voting against a continuing resolution intended to fund the government and prevent a shutdown.

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Senator Schmitt questions witnesses on crime reduction strategies during Senate Judiciary Committee hearing

By C. M. Luna | Sep 30, 2025

During a Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) questioned witnesses about crime policies in major American cities and discussed the impact of past policy decisions.

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Hawley seeks answers from FEMA over delayed tornado relief efforts in Missouri

By L. J. Crowley | Sep 30, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley, who chairs the Senate Subcommittee on Disaster Management, has sent a letter to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Acting Administrator David Richardson requesting information about FEMA’s response to the...

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Hawley and Blumenthal propose DOE-led oversight for advanced artificial intelligence safety

By K. S. Dickens | Sep 29, 2025

U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Ill.) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing oversight of advanced artificial intelligence systems.

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Senator Schmitt criticizes Democratic approach amid potential government shutdown talks

By L. J. Crowley | Sep 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) appeared on Fox News’ Faulkner Focus to discuss the ongoing negotiations in Congress over a possible government shutdown.

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Senator Schmitt raises concerns over use of H-1B visas for diversity-related hires

By K. S. Dickens | Sep 25, 2025

U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has sent a letter to Joseph Edlow, the Administrator of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), expressing concern about the use of H-1B visas for hiring in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) positions.

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CDC 2025 Measles Update: Missouri's case count rises as of week ending Sept. 13

By P. T. Askew | Sep 23, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Missouri for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Sept. 6.

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How many seasonal agricultural visas were requested by Missouri employers during 2024?

By J. F. Cannon | Sep 18, 2025

Employers based in Missouri submitted 1,116 H-2A petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

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Missouri reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending Sept. 6

By P. T. Askew | Sep 16, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Missouri for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 30.