Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.)
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Recent News About Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.)
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Congressman Cole reaffirms support for Israel on attack anniversary
Washington, DC – Congressman Tom Cole from Oklahoma's 4th District issued a statement on the anniversary of the attacks on Israel by Iran and Hamas. The congressman highlighted the severity of the violence, mentioning acts such as murder, rape, and mutilation carried out by these groups. He noted that some hostages taken during these events remain captive, including American citizens.
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Congressman Cole commends law enforcement after foiled election day terror plot
Oklahoma City, OK - Congressman Tom Cole addressed the recent arrest of a man in Oklahoma City who was allegedly planning an Election Day terrorist attack. The suspect, Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, is accused of plotting to conduct a violent act on this significant day.
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Pratt & Whitney opens new depot operations hub at Tinker Air Force Base
Congressman Tom Cole and executives from Pratt and Whitney have expressed their support for the opening of a new facility outside Tinker Air Force Base. The 845,000 square foot establishment will serve as a central hub for depot operations related to all Pratt and Whitney military engines.
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Tom Cole supports measure to prevent government shutdown
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) has announced his support for the Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act of 2025, aimed at preventing a government shutdown. In a statement released today, Cole emphasized the negative impacts of a potential shutdown.
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Cole supports legislation targeting Biden-Harris immigration policies
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) has announced his support for two legislative measures aimed at addressing immigration policies enacted by the current administration. In a statement released today, Cole confirmed his vote in favor of H.R. 7909, the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, and H.R. 5717, the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act.
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Veterans Affairs supplemental bill passes in House
Earlier this month, Congressmen Tom Cole (OK-04), Mike Garcia (CA-27), John Carter (TX-31), Ken Calvert (CA-41), David Valadao (CA-22), and Mike Bost (IL-12) introduced the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act. The legislation aims to ensure veteran benefits remain uninterrupted and to hold the Biden-Harris Administration accountable for budgeting errors.
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Congressman Cole supports series of bills targeting perceived threats from China
This week, a series of bills aimed at addressing the perceived threat from Communist China were introduced on the House Floor. The legislative package includes:
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Congressman Cole addresses food shortages in Tribal and elderly communities
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) addressed severe food distribution shortages affecting Tribal and elderly communities during a joint hearing of the House Appropriations Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration Subcommittee and the House Agriculture Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture Subcommittee.
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Congressman Tom Cole commemorates September 11th anniversary
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued a statement today in remembrance of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks that claimed 2,977 American lives. Reflecting on the events that transpired twenty-three years ago, Cole highlighted the profound impact of the attacks on the nation.
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Cole secures $6 million funding for new Tillman County hospital
Last week, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) attended the groundbreaking for Memorial Health of Tillman County Critical Access Hospital in Frederick, Oklahoma. He secured direct government funding for the project. Following the event, Congressman Cole released a statement.
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Congressman Cole supports resolution condemning Vice President Harris' handling of border security
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued a statement today following his vote in favor of House Resolution 1371, which criticizes Vice President Kamala Harris' performance as the nation's "border czar."
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Cole attends Netanyahu's joint address amid ongoing conflict
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released a statement following his attendance at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Joint Address of Congress.
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Congressman Tom Cole comments on Secret Service Director's resignation
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued a statement following the resignation of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle. Cheatle announced her resignation after an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
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Congressman Tom Cole criticizes Democrats after President Biden exits presidential race
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released a statement following President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the presidential race.
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Cole votes for bill requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) has issued a statement following his vote in favor of H.R. 8281, known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The proposed legislation mandates that individuals provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and permits states to remove noncitizens from voter registration rolls.
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Congressman Tom Cole mourns death of former Senator Jim Inhofe
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole released a statement following the passing of former Oklahoma Senator Jim Inhofe.
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Cole supports fiscal year 2025 Homeland Security Appropriations Act
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) has expressed his support for the Fiscal Year 2025 Homeland Security Appropriations Act, following a vote in favor of the bill.
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Cole votes in favor of defense and foreign operations appropriations acts
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released a statement following his vote in favor of the Fiscal Year 2025 Defense Appropriations Act and the Fiscal Year 2025 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act.
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Congressman Cole advocates for tribal trust land agreements
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) testified before the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs today, advocating for his legislation, H.R. 1208. The bill aims to amend the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 and reaffirm the authority of the Secretary of the Interior to take land into trust for Indian tribes.
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Cole votes for defense authorization act focusing on security and military readiness
Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. This bill aims to provide servicemembers with a pay raise, counter Chinese aggression, restore military lethality, defend Israel, fund the deployment of the National Guard to the southern border, and address waste, fraud, and abuse at the Pentagon.