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    Fitzgerald Applauds Passage of Capital Formation Bill for Boosting Economic Opportunity

    WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued a statement expressing his support for the passage of H.R. 2799, the Expanding Access to Capital Act."American public markets remain the go-to place for innovative companies to grow and build capital, but we cannot take our strength for granted," said Rep. Fitzgerald.Fitzgerald highlighted the challenges posed by the regulatory environment under the leadership of President Biden, stating, "Under President Biden’s leadership, and with the help of his federal bureaucrats, the regulatory environment has...

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    Fitzgerald Statement on Voting to Impeach DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

    Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued a statement regarding his vote to impeach Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Fitzgerald expressed his strong criticism of Mayorkas, citing reasons for his decision to support the impeachment.Fitzgerald stated, “Secretary Mayorkas has completely breached public trust. You need not look any further than his flip-flopping under oath at Congressional hearings about the operational control of the border. While he insisted that he did have operational control over the border, he quickly changed tune...

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    Fitzgerald Introduces Bill to Combat Illicit Digital Asset Transactions

    WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) has introduced the Combating Money Laundering in Cyber Crime Act, a bill aimed at addressing the growing issue of illicit digital asset transactions. The bill seeks to align criminal and banking statutes and clarify the investigative authority of the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) in relation to crimes involving digital assets.The USSS is responsible for investigating various cyber-related criminal activities, including the illicit use of digital assets. However, there are significant challenges when it comes to dealing...

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    The Exoneration of Justin Beaton Brings Needed Change

    In recent years, the Justin Beaton case has caught the public's attention, sparking a national conversation about media transparency and criminal justice reform. Justin Beaton, a respected sub from Racine Co., found himself at the center of a media storm, subjected to false narratives that tarnished his reputation and career. However, the tide has finally turned, and Beaton has been exonerated, marking a significant victory for those advocating for fairness in the media and justice system.

  • Local Government

    Fitzgerald Votes to Hold Hunter Biden in Contempt of Congress

    Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) has voted to hold Hunter Biden in contempt of Congress for his refusal to comply with a lawful subpoena. The resolution, which recommends that the House of Representatives find Hunter Biden in contempt, was passed in a House Judiciary Committee Markup this week.In a statement, Rep. Fitzgerald expressed his disappointment in Hunter Biden's lack of cooperation. He stated, "House Committee investigations have uncovered more than enough proof to warrant the deposition subpoenas we sent to Hunter Biden last month. Instead of cooperating—as...

  • Local Government

    Fitzgerald & Colleagues Co-Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Credit Options for Americans

    WASHINGTON, DC – A bipartisan group of lawmakers, including Congressman Scott Fitzgerald, Congressman Brad Sherman, Congressman Juan Vargas, and Congresswoman Young Kim, have introduced a bill aimed at expanding credit options for Americans. The bill, known as the Expanding Access to Lending Options Act, would provide credit unions with the flexibility to offer longer loan terms and lower monthly payments, thereby increasing competition in lending products such as small business, student, and agricultural loans.Representative Fitzgerald, hailing from Wisconsin, emphasized...

  • Local Government

    Fitzgerald Votes to Pass NDAA

    WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) voted in favor of the Conference Report on the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), citing significant conservative victories. The legislation includes provisions such as the largest pay raise for servicemembers in two decades, an end to liberal ideology infiltrating the U.S. military, and a Parents' Bill of Rights for military families.In a statement, Rep. Fitzgerald expressed his support for the bill, highlighting the positive impact it will have on the military community. He stated, "Today's NDAA bill...

  • Local Government

    Fitzgerald Votes to Pass Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act

    WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) celebrated the passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, which aims to provide students with greater milk choices in their school cafeteria.Fitzgerald expressed his satisfaction with the legislation, stating, "This whole milk legislation was a win all around for Wisconsinites, particularly for our farmers and students. Outdated government definitions have long vilified whole milk as an unhealthy drink option for students, when the reality is that milk has 13 essential nutrients that are critical for proper...

  • Local Government

    Fitzgerald Votes to Formalize Impeachment Inquiry into President Joe Biden

    Congressman Scott Fitzgerald of Wisconsin has voted in favor of initiating a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. In a statement, Rep. Fitzgerald explained the reasons behind this decision, citing the need to address alleged corruption within the Biden family and the president's potential involvement in a foreign influence peddling scheme.According to Rep. Fitzgerald, House Republicans have faced obstruction from the White House in their investigation of these matters. He stated, "Today's vote was necessary as House Republicans continue to face obstruction...

  • Local Government

    Fitzgerald Supports Overturning Burdensome CFPB Rule

    WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) has expressed his support for overturning a burdensome and overly complex final rule implemented by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The rule in question implements Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act and has raised concerns about its impact on small businesses' ability to access affordable credit.In a statement, Rep. Fitzgerald said, "I was proud to vote in support of S.J.Res. 32 today to safeguard small businesses' ability to access affordable credit that supports and grows our economy." He further...

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