Republican members of the North Carolina congressional delegation on Tuesday heavily criticized the deal the United States and other world powers reached with Iran.
The agreement would curb Iranian nuclear programs with the goal of easing fears of a nuclear-armed Iran threatening the Middle East. In return, Iran would get billions of dollars in relief from international… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today praised passage of legislation that will create an official identification card for veterans.
“Many veterans have contacted me over the years expressing their frustration at having to carry official Department of Defense discharge papers to prove their military service,” said Foxx. “This legislation makes it easier for our veterans… Read more »
About 100 veterans crowded into the Clemmons Library auditorium on Friday to seek U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx’s help in receiving a variety of health benefits.
“Thank you, veterans,” Foxx said. “We will go to the ends of the earth to help you. We see that as our obligation.”
About a dozen veteran related organizations were represented including the Disabled American Veterans, Military… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today voted in favor of legislation that would fund a number of important resources for America’s military personnel and their families.
“Providing for the common defense of the United States of America is the federal government’s primary duty,” said Foxx. “This bill maintains the nation’s defense readiness and gives our men and women in… Read more »
U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-5th) talks to the Class of 2015 U.S. Service Academy appointees in her Clemmons office Friday.
U.S. 5th District Representative Virginia Foxx is holding a telephone town hall tonight. It comes at a time when Foxx is preparing another run for office and another challenge from within her party.
The difficult balance of privacy versus security is likely to be… Read more »
In the gravel and sand of Estonia’s Central Training Area, members of United States congress visited Team Estonia May 29, on day one of a three-day platoon live-fire exercise.
“Today Anvil Troop, 1st Squadron, 91st Cavalry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade part of 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Brigade, is preparing for a three-day… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today announced that seven students from the 5th District have been appointed to the nation’s service academies. Foxx nominated the students last fall after a rigorous application and interview process.
“North Carolina’s 5th District has a proud tradition of military service. Each year it is an honor to nominate some of the area’s finest young… Read more »
U.S. House Rep. Virginia Foxx voted in favor of legislation to amend certain surveillance authorities currently granted to the United States government.
H.R. 2048, also known as the USA Freedom Act, passed through the United States House of Representatives by a vote of 338-88 on May 13. The act, if signed into law, would make several amendments to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance… Read more »
As a country, we are uniquely blessed. We live in a nation where each one of us has the opportunity for nearly limitless fulfillment and prosperity in the world’s finest democracy. That freedom and opportunity has been made available to us because of the sacrifices of those who have fought for and defended America.
On this Memorial Day, we ought to remember in particular those… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today announced that she will host an information session for veterans on Friday, June 19, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Clemmons Branch Library, 3554 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012.
“The entire nation owes our military personnel and veterans a huge debt of gratitude, and ensuring that debt is properly repaid is one of my top priorities… Read more »
