Congresswoman Julia Letlow joins the show to discuss several key legislative efforts and policy priorities. She expressed strong support for the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, emphasizing its importance for rural communities and emergency communication. Letlow, an early co-sponsor, highlighted the bill’s broad support in Congress and its minimal cost to automakers, stressing the need to preserve AM radio access in new vehicles.

She also provided an update on the “Big Beautiful Bill”, which has passed the House and awaits Senate action. The bill includes the extension of Trump-era tax cuts and expands the child tax credit to $2,500 per child. Letlow underscored the urgency to pass the bill before July 4th, noting that major holidays often motivate legislative action. She also highlighted lesser-known provisions, such as incentives for states to promote paid family leave through public-private partnerships, and protections for Medicaid funding, ensuring it supports those truly in need.Letlow then discussed her AG Tariff Bill, aimed at protecting Louisiana farmers from trade-related losses. The bill proposes a dedicated fund, sourced from tariff revenues, to compensate farmers affected by retaliatory tariffs—particularly from countries like China. This mechanism would allow the USDA to quickly support producers of key commodities like soybeans, cotton, and corn.Finally, on foreign policy, Letlow expressed confidence in President Trump’s handling of the escalating situation between Iran and Israel. While not on the Intelligence Committee, she affirmed her support for the President’s decisive actions and efforts toward a ceasefire, emphasizing Congress’s role as a supportive body in such matters.

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