COVID Vaccines
On July 9, 2021, I joined some of my House colleagues in sending a letter to President Biden expressing concerns about his plans to send(more…)… Read the rest
Political
News and opinions from our elected officials
The Repression of Communist-Run Cuba
In Cuba recently, thousands of Cubans have taken to the streets in protest of the 62-year long socialist dictatorship. In response, the unelected government of(more…)… Read the rest
The Importance of the Hyde Amendment
It is no secret that Americans frequently disagree with each other on many issues, important or trivial. Freedom of conscience is a foundational right in(more…)… Read the rest
Born on the Fourth of July
July 4th has long been celebrated as America’s birthday. The day in 1776 that the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence has been(more…)… Read the rest
Google, EcoHealth Alliance, and the Wuhan Institute of Virology
As the investigation into COVID-19’s origins continues, attention has fallen on the role of EcoHealth Alliance. This nonprofit organization has received federal grant dollars from(more…)… Read the rest
Griffith Pushes Google for COVID-19 Origins
Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today pushed Google for help on finding answers regarding the origins of COVID-19. In a hearing of the House Energy and(more…)… Read the rest
In Memory of Barbara Stafford, Public Servant
A public servant can be defined in a variety of ways. The label might apply to a person holding a certain job, such as elected(more…)… Read the rest
Griffith Votes to Repeal Iraq War Military Authorization
Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement after voting to repeal the 2002 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), which authorized the Iraq(more…)… Read the rest
Reopen the House of Representatives
As President William Howard Taft prepared to leave the White House, he told his successor Woodrow Wilson, “This is the loneliest place in the world.”(more…)… Read the rest
RPV Response to McAuliffe Campaign
Republican Party of Virginia Chairman Rich Anderson today issued the following statement welcoming career politician Terry McAuliffe to the Virginia gubernatorial general election: “Despite the(more…)… Read the rest
Investigating the Origins of COVID-19
The origins of the COVID-19 pandemic remain shrouded in mystery, but uncovering what we can is essential to preventing future pandemics. Two theories now dominate(more…)… Read the rest
Remembering Those Who Gave All
Yesterday, we honored and remembered the brave warriors who stormed the beaches of Normandy in 1944 and gave their all to defeat fascism and liberate(more…)… Read the rest
On Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, we pause with solemn gratitude to honor and remember the brave men and women who laid down their lives to preserve our(more…)… Read the rest
What I Saw at the Southern Border
Some things have to be seen to be believed. I found that to be the case during my recent visit to the southern border with(more…)… Read the rest
The Biden Agenda: No to American Energy, Yes to Russian Energy?
The United States enjoyed a period of energy dominance in recent years. Responsible development of our natural resources provided Americans with more affordable energy produced(more…)… Read the rest
Now is the Time to Stand With Israel
Israel has faced many crises since its establishment as a modern state. In fact, it faced war at the hands of neighboring Arab countries immediately(more…)… Read the rest
Prescription Drugs: Lower Prices, More Cures
Prescription drug prices burden the budgets of many. It is a problem that demands the attention of health care policymakers, but it must be solved(more…)… Read the rest
Biden’s First 100 Days: An Oversight Update
One of Congress’ primary duties is oversight of the executive branch. President Biden recently marked his first 100 days in office. This column will highlight(more…)… Read the rest
Religious Accommodation for Republican State Convention
On Sunday, April 25th, the Republican Party of Virginia (RPV) State Central Committee (SCC), the governing body of the state party organization, unanimously adopted a(more…)… Read the rest
Congressman Griffith’s Weekly Newsletter
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized Johnson & Johnson’s (J&J) one-shot COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use on February 27.(more…)… Read the rest
Marie March wins Firehouse Primary in Landslide
Marie March was announced the winner of the Firehouse Primary by Gene Bishop, Chairman of the 7th Legislative District Committee. March won with greater than(more…)… Read the rest
Griffith on D.C. Statehood, Retrocession to Maryland
Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) today spoke on the House floor on behalf of his bill, H.R. 2614, the Compact Federal District Act, which was offered(more…)… Read the rest
Retrocession, Not Statehood, for D.C.
The U.S. House of Representatives will soon vote on statehood for the District of Columbia. Proponents have offered many reasons in support of the cause,(more…)… Read the rest
Griffith Bill to Prevent Opioid Abuse Passes House
The U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 1899, the Ensuring Compliance Against Drug Diversion Act, introduced by Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA). Griffith issued the(more…)… Read the rest
