Rep. Daniel Webster (R-Fla.)
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Recent News About Rep. Daniel Webster (R-Fla.)
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Webster Earns "A+" Rating from SBA Pro-Life America
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, has received an A+ rating from SBA Pro-Life America for his dedication to protecting the rights of the unborn. The organization, which advocates for pro-life policies, praised Rep. Webster for his consistent voting record and actions to defend life during the year 2023.According to Hon. Marilyn Musgrave, SBA Pro-Life America’s Vice President of Government Affairs, Rep. Webster has been a staunch opponent of the pro-abortion agenda of the Biden-Harris administration. Musgrave highlighted Webster's efforts to prevent taxpayer...
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Webster Signs Supreme Court Brief Supporting President Trump’s Colorado Ballot Disqualification Appeal
Washington, D.C. - Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, along with several Republican lawmakers, filed a Supreme Court amicus brief today in support of President Trump's appeal in the case of Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson, et al. The amicus brief has been signed by over 130 House Republicans and over 40 Senate Republicans."The Colorado Supreme Court has no authority to remove Donald J. Trump - the leading Presidential candidate - from the ballot in the 2024 presidential election," stated Rep. Webster. He expressed confidence that the U.S. Supreme Court will reverse the...
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Rep. Webster Votes to Protect Small Businesses From Burdensome Regulation
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, recently voted in favor of passing H.J.Res 98, a Congressional Review Act resolution aimed at overturning the National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) final joint employer rule. This rule holds a company liable for employees it does not employ or directly supervise.In a statement released after the vote, Rep. Webster expressed his support for the resolution, stating, "Today I voted to pass H.J.Res 98, which rescinds the Biden Administration's burdensome regulation that ties the hands of America's small business owners." As a...
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Webster Votes to Block Taxpayer Dollars From Being Spent on Chinese-Made EV Chargers
Washington, D.C. - Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, has taken a stand against the use of taxpayer dollars to fund Chinese-made electric vehicle (EV) chargers. In a recent vote, Webster supported S.J.Res 38, a resolution that rescinds a Federal Highway Administration rule waiving Buy America requirements for these chargers.Webster expressed his concerns about the Biden Administration's agenda to promote EVs and its decision to allow Chinese companies to receive taxpayer dollars for building EV chargers. He stated, "Our government should not be sending...
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Webster Visits Southern Border
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, recently visited the Southern Border in Eagle Pass, Texas along with Speaker Mike Johnson and nearly 60 House Republicans. In a statement, Rep. Webster expressed his concern about the impact of President Biden's policies on the border crisis.During the visit, Rep. Webster had the opportunity to hear from various stakeholders, including border patrol agents, local landowners, and federal, state, and local officials. They shared their insights on how President Biden's open border policies have affected border communities and...
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Webster Gets $4.5 Million Returned to Constituents
Clermont, FL - Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, announced today that his office successfully facilitated the return of over $4.5 million owed to constituents in 2023. These constituents had reached out to his office seeking assistance with issues concerning federal agencies such as the IRS, VA, and Social Security."Providing my constituents with first-class assistance with issues involving federal agencies is one of my top priorities," stated Rep. Webster. He acknowledged that many Americans face frustrating delays when trying to secure the benefits they...
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Webster Seeks Answers Regarding the Alleged Use of Veteran Resources for Illegal Immigrants
Washington, D.C. - A group of House Republicans, led by Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, is demanding answers from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding allegations that resources meant for veterans are being used to aid illegal immigrants. The lawmakers are concerned that the VA's Financial Services Center is processing medical claims on behalf of illegal immigrants in collaboration with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).The report has raised concerns about the prioritization of resources, particularly given the long wait times that veterans...
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Webster: Safeguarding Americans’ Liberty is Paramount
Washington, DC - Today, the U.S. House of Representatives will vote on the FY24 NDAA Conference Report. Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, expressed his concerns regarding the final version of the bill, stating that it undermines personal liberties and allows the Department of Defense (DoD) to violate federal law. He also expressed disappointment that the bipartisan Coast Guard Authorization Act was not included in the NDAA."I take seriously my Constitutional duty to provide for our common defense, but I am unable to support this year's NDAA because I could not vote...
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Webster Votes to Formalize Impeachment Inquiry into President Biden
Washington, D.C. - Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, a Republican from Clermont, has voted in favor of a resolution that formalizes an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. The resolution, known as H.Res. 918, was passed by House Republicans. In a statement, Congressman Webster highlighted the reasons behind the decision."Since January, House Republicans have conducted methodical oversight investigations into President Biden's actions related to his family's foreign business dealings," said Congressman Webster. "We have uncovered serious allegations of abuse of...
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Webster Votes to Rein in the Administrative State
Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, has voiced his support for H.R. 357, the Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act, a piece of legislation aimed at curbing the power of career federal agency staff and giving more authority to Senate-confirmed senior appointees. In a statement released after voting to pass the bill, Rep. Webster emphasized the need to rein in the administrative state and hold unelected bureaucrats accountable. He expressed his concern about the erosion of Congress' constitutional authority over the years, which has...
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Webster Calls for Action Against Chinese Communist Party’s Control over Critical Minerals
Washington, D.C. - A group of 31 House Republicans, led by Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, has written a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, urging the development of a plan to counter the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) increasing involvement in seabed mining of critical mineral resources. The members expressed concern about the CCP's dominance in global supply chains and processing capacity for these minerals, which are essential for U.S. weapons systems."We cannot afford to cede another critical mineral resource to China," the members wrote in the letter....
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Webster Statement on Rep. George Santos
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, has released a statement explaining his vote on H.Res.878 - Providing for the expulsion of Representative George Santos from the United States House of Representatives. Webster begins by acknowledging the seriousness of expelling a member of Congress, stating, "A vote to expel a member of Congress is a serious matter." He goes on to explain that he has voted against previous attempts to expel Rep. George Santos due to a lack of due process. However, Webster points out that the House Ethics Committee has now completed their...
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Webster Votes to Prevent Iran from Accessing Frozen Funds
Washington, D.C. - Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, has taken a strong stance against Iran's support for terrorism by voting in favor of H.R. 5961, the No Funds for Iranian Terrorism Act. This legislation aims to prevent Iran from accessing the $6 billion in assets held by Qatar.In a statement, Rep. Webster highlighted the importance of freezing these funds to undermine Iran's ability to support terrorist organizations. He stated, "As the world's largest state-sponsor of terrorism, Iran is a proven opponent of U.S. interests, international security, and...
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Webster Votes to Prohibit Illegal Migrant Encampments on Federal Land
Washington, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that prohibits the use of federal funds to house illegal immigrants on federal lands, including National Parks. The legislation, known as H.R. 5283, or the Protecting our Communities from Failure to Secure the Border Act of 2023, also revokes a lease agreement that allowed the housing of illegal aliens within the Gateway National Recreation Area.Congressman Daniel Webster, a Republican from Florida, expressed his support for the bill, stating, "Today I voted to stop the Biden Administration from...
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Webster And Colleagues Seek Ways to Combat China's International Influence
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster and his colleagues from the House Republican Science, Space, and Technology Committee are taking action to address concerns about China's increasing influence in the international market. They have written to key government officials, including the United States Trade Representative, the Director of National Intelligence, and the Secretaries of State and Defense, seeking answers and additional information on the recommendations outlined in a report regarding China's role in international standards for emerging technologies.The report,...
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Webster Demands Answers on DOT's Use of Nation's Airports to House Illegal Immigrants
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, along with several Republican House colleagues, has written a letter to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg expressing their opposition to the Biden Administration's decision to use airports as temporary shelters for illegal immigrants. The letter, signed by 65 Republican House members, highlights concerns about the misuse of America's airport infrastructure and the failure to address the true crisis at hand.The members of Congress argue that airports were designed to facilitate commerce and transportation, not to serve as housing...
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Webster Votes to Pass Bill Providing Support for Israel
Washington, D.C. - In a move to strengthen ties with its greatest ally in the Middle East, the United States Congress has passed H.R. 6126, The Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. This bill, which received bipartisan support, provides $14.3 billion in emergency supplemental funding to Israel. Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, expressed his support for the legislation, stating, "Today, I voted to pass H.R. 6126, which provides support for our greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel, as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by...
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House Budget Bill Embraces Webster’s Long Practice of Returning Office Funds
Washington, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 4364, the Legislative Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2024, which includes a provision that embraces Congressman Daniel Webster's long-standing practice of returning unspent money from the Members' Representational Allowance (MRA). This practice of returning funds for debt and deficit reduction is something that Congressman Webster has been doing since he was first elected to Congress.In a statement, Rep. Webster expressed his satisfaction with the passage of the bill, stating, "I'm pleased to have...
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Congressman Webster Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Fix Gaps in Hurricane Preparedness
Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, along with Rep. Maxwell Frost, has introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at improving hurricane preparedness. The legislation, known as H.R. 6080 or the Fixing Gaps in Hurricane Preparedness Act, seeks to ensure that the needs of vulnerable populations, such as seniors, people with disabilities, and those in rural and urban areas, are adequately addressed in emergency planning and response.Speaking about the bill, Rep. Webster emphasized the importance of providing assistance to those who are most vulnerable during natural disasters. He...
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Webster Votes to Pass Resolution Supporting Israel
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan resolution, H.Res 771, expressing support for Israel and condemning Hamas' war against the country. Congressman Daniel Webster, who co-introduced the resolution with 425 colleagues, emphasized the importance of standing with Israel in the face of the brutal attacks launched by Hamas terrorists.In a statement, Rep. Webster said, "Today, I voted to reaffirm the United States' support of Israel and to condemn the brutal war launched by Hamas terrorists. On October 7th, Hamas terrorists carried out an unprovoked and...