Political Quotes

Presidents and their staff may be important stakeholders of the Smithsonian, but they do not have any legal authority to dictate how the Institution is run, or remove its leadership staff, much less dictate historical or scientific content.

Today, I recognize my friend and mentor Sue Wagner, who passed away in Reno, NV, on March 17, 2026. Sue blazed a path for women in government in the great State of Nevada and is an inspiration not just to me but so many others. She will be…

For far too long, energy projects across the country have been slowed by bureaucracy. The bipartisan FREEDOM Act is a critical first step in slashing this unnecessary red tape so we can meet the energy needs of the future and unlock…

Targeted violence towards a law enforcement officer is completely unacceptable and anyone who tries to hurt a cop because of their job should be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.