Legislation to Protect Unaccompanied Migrant Children from Human Trafficking

Legislation introduced to protect unaccompanied migrant children from human traffickers by implementing proper vetting for adults who sponsor a child in the United States.

Sen. Joni Ernst's stance on Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary

Sen. Joni Ernst declined to support Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, stating that the vetting process needed to continue. She had a thorough discussion with Pete and emphasized the importance of clearing any allegations before confirming the appointment.

Biden Administration's Refugee Resettlement Program for Latin America

The Biden administration has expanded a program to admit tens of thousands of people from Latin America through the refugee resettlement process, despite concerns that many are economic migrants rather than refugees fleeing persecution.

TSA allowing Castro regime officials to visit U.S. airport facilities

TSA allowed members of Cuba's communist Castro regime to visit U.S. airport facilities, drawing condemnation from Miami officials and Cuban diaspora. Congress discusses TSA's interactions with adversarial foreign governments, especially Cuba. TSA's vetting process for Cuban officials criticized. FAA also hosted a visit for a second Cuban delegation to discuss air traffic movement.

Election Worker Arrested for Theft in Maricopa County, Arizona

A temporary election worker in Maricopa County, Arizona, was arrested for allegedly stealing a 'digital magnetic key' from a tabulation center. The worker had a prior arrest for theft from a grocery store. The incident raises concerns about vetting election staffers for the 2024 race.

Trump Campaign Vetting Potential Running Mates for 2024 GOP Vice Presidential Nomination

The Trump campaign is vetting potential running mates for the 2024 GOP vice presidential nomination, including Doug Burgum, Marco Rubio, and JD Vance. Other names being considered are Tom Cotton, Tim Scott, Byron Donalds, Elise Stefanik, and Ben Carson.