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Tom Cotton

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Tom Cotton is an American politician and attorney serving as the junior United States senator from Arkansas since January 2015. A member of the Republican Party, he has been a prominent voice on various national security and foreign policy issues. Cotton is known for his strong stance on military matters and has advocated for a robust U.S. presence abroad, particularly in relation to China and Russia. He has also focused on immigration reform and economic policies aimed at supporting American workers.

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May 27, 2026

I write to urge the administration to implement a temporary moratorium on federal penalties for on-road use of red diesel fuel.

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May 27, 2026

I stand ready to work with you and am preparing legislation to further codify your efforts.

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May 27, 2026

In the meantime, I support the use of existing authorities to impose sanctions on the PGSA, its officers, and any foreign entity that pays, processes, or facilitates tolls to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

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May 27, 2026

I write concerning the U visa program that appears to operate as a de facto amnesty program for hundreds of thousands of illegal aliens.

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May 27, 2026

Robots made by Communist China threaten Arkansans’ privacy and our national security. Our bill will ban the federal government from buying and operating these devices made in countries that wish us harm.

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May 27, 2026

Access to the American banking system is a privilege that should only be reserved for those who respect our laws and sovereignty. My bill will prevent illegal aliens from using our financial institutions to help them stay in our country.

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May 27, 2026

These companies move through American neighborhoods, commercial districts, and roads near critical infrastructure.

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May 27, 2026

Congress originally created this program to assist law enforcement with investigating and prosecuting serious crimes.

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May 27, 2026

A nation that cannot feed itself cannot defend itself.

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May 27, 2026

Instead, criminal illegal aliens are reportedly exploiting loopholes to gain permanent legal status.

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May 27, 2026

Our hospitals, power plants, water treatment facilities, and other critical infrastructure sites can’t remain sitting ducks for potential drone attacks. My bill will ensure these important sites are protected from all unauthorized drones.

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May 27, 2026

Relying on our chief adversary for life-saving medicine endangers Arkansans and threatens our national security. My bill would ensure our drugs aren’t produced by companies affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party.

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