Press Releases

"Today's tragedy breaks the hearts of everyone who is a part of the CMU community. I know the university works hard to ensure a safe learning environment for all of its students, faculty and staff. State, local and tribal law enforcement is doing everything it can to apprehend the suspect and protect the community."

"FRIB is a long-term investment that will help solve some of the biggest issues in medicine and scientific research. It will create good-paying jobs in mid Michigan and today's legislation will ensure that construction continues on this vital project."

"I have always worked with my colleagues to fully fund and support our Great Lakes. In years past, we successfully defended the Great Lakes from the cuts proposed by Presidents Trump and Obama and we will fight to do so again this year."

“Joe Knollenberg honorably served our country in the Army and he was an invaluable public servant in Congress. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee he worked hard to deliver for the people of Michigan. He will be missed and my prayers are with the entire Knollenberg family today.”

“It was outstanding to have Ryno attend as my guest for the State of the Union and to honor the great work that is being done in Clare to help the community.”

"Too many adults failed the victims at Michigan State and USA Gymnastics. Young women turned to administrators for help and they were let down. It is simply unacceptable that suspected cases of abuse were not reported to law enforcement. Now, this failure will not only be unacceptable, it will also be a crime."

"I spoke with President Ross and congratulated him on his incredible leadership at CMU. He has strengthened the university's commitment to STEM education, made it a leader in Great Lakes research, opened the College of Medicine and seen the first medical students graduate. His work has made our region and our state a better place and the next president will have a tremendous legacy to build upon. I have enjoyed working with George and I wish him and Elizabeth all the best in retirement."

This was an unnecessary shutdown by Senate Democrats to negotiate an issue completely unrelated to keeping the government open. Today's legislation is responsible and it funds priorities for our state including children's health insurance, Great Lakes protection, and national security. Our country faces important issues including immigration and a long-term budget solution and I look forward to working on them.