U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop (NC)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop (NC)
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Bishop, Tuberville Introduce Resolution to Establish Fallen Heroes Memorial Month
WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Dan Bishop (R-NC) and Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) introduced a resolution declaring the month of May as “Fallen Heroes Memorial Month.”In a joint effort, the two lawmakers aim to honor the servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country by dedicating an entire month to their memory. The resolution, cosponsored by Representatives Anna Paulina Luna, Andy Ogles, and Kelly Armstong, has garnered support from the Veterans of Foreign Wars.Congressman Dan Bishop emphasized the importance of honoring fallen heroes beyond just one...
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Bishop Denounces Passage of America Last Legislation
WASHINGTON – Congressman Dan Bishop expressed his strong opposition to the passage of the America Last bills in the House of Representatives. Bishop criticized the merging of separate bills through procedural maneuvers and highlighted his concerns about the implications of the legislation.In his statement, Bishop condemned the actions of the House Republican leadership, referring to them as "Swamp creatures" for their role in pushing forward the bills. He accused them of betraying the American people by facilitating the allocation of funds for Ukraine while supporting the...
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Bishop Stands Against Expansion of Warrantless Surveillance
WASHINGTON – Congressman Dan Bishop (NC-08) took a stand against the re-authorization of an expanded Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) after a crucial amendment failed in an unprecedented vote. The Biggs-Jayapal amendment, which aimed to require a warrant for queries of US persons, was not passed in a tight 212-212 vote.In response to the outcome, Congressman Dan Bishop released a statement emphasizing the importance of protecting Americans' privacy rights. He stated, “Americans have a fundamental right to be free from being spied upon by...
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Congressman Bishop Votes NO on Latest Swamp Spending Abomination
WASHINGTON – Congressman Dan Bishop (NC-08) firmly opposed the House's recent approval of a significant spending bill, denouncing it as "Washington’s latest omnibus spending abomination." In a statement, Bishop criticized the bipartisan support for the bill, stating, "Today, 286 Members stood shoulder to shoulder to perpetuate the bipartisan sell-out of our nation’s future by passing yet another $1+ trillion spending bill."Bishop expressed grave concerns about the implications of the bill, particularly its impact on immigration policies, saying, "This bill affirms and...
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Rep. Bishop Applauds Passage of Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries Act, Urges Further Action to Combat Shady Data Brokers
WASHINGTON - Congressman Dan Bishop (NC-08) has expressed his satisfaction regarding the passage of the Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024. Speaking on the matter, Bishop highlighted the significant concerns surrounding data protection and the role of data brokers in compromising individuals' privacy and security."Data brokers work in the shadows, collecting shockingly personal and sensitive information from Americans from every website and app they visit. They sell this information to our enemies abroad who use it for surveillance, blackmail,...
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Rep. Dan Bishop Joins Bicameral Amicus Brief In Support of Former President Trump's Appeal of Colorado Ballot Decision
Washington, D.C. - Rep. Dan Bishop, along with numerous Republican lawmakers, has joined an amicus brief in support of former President Donald Trump's appeal of the Colorado Supreme Court's decision to remove him from the state's presidential ballot. The amicus brief argues that the Colorado Supreme Court's ruling undermines the prerogatives of Congress and sets a dangerous precedent for future elections.In the case of Trump v. Anderson, the U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether Trump should remain on the ballot in Colorado, where he is the current frontrunner for the...
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Rep. Dan Bishop Votes to Launch Impeachment Inquiry into President Biden
WASHINGTON - Congressman Dan Bishop (NC-08) has voted in favor of opening an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden. This decision comes as a result of ongoing investigations into potential corruption within the Biden family.Congressman Bishop has expressed his support for the investigative actions taken thus far and is eager to collaborate with his colleagues on the Judiciary Committee to further explore any possible wrongdoing. He emphasizes the need to thoroughly examine all evidence related to allegations of corruption involving President Biden and his son,...
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Rep. Bishop Votes Against De Facto Declaration of War on Iran
WASHINGTON - Congressman Dan Bishop (NC-08) made a strong statement against H.Res. 559, voting against what he deemed a de facto declaration of war on Iran. In his statement, Rep Bishop expressed his concerns about the resolution and the potential consequences it may have on the United States."I’m not voting to declare war on Iran via the suspension calendar. A nuclear Iran is unacceptable (though Obama and Biden have both nurtured it), but it is absurd and dangerous to commit the United States to use ‘all means necessary’ via a slapdash resolution," said Rep Bishop.Rep...
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Congressman Bishop announces decision to vote against motion to vacate the chair
WASHINGTON - Congressman Bishop (NC-08) announced today his decision to vote against the motion to vacate the chair, providing three key reasons for his stance.Speaking on the matter, Congressman Bishop stated, "After deliberation, I have decided to vote against the motion to vacate the chair for three reasons."Firstly, he emphasized that Mr. McCarthy accurately represents the current House Republican Conference.Secondly, Congressman Bishop pointed out that Congress operates on the principle of numerosity, requiring a substantial...
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Congressman Dan Bishop Takes Down Defense Appropriations Rule in Protest
WASHINGTON – In a bold move, Congressman Dan Bishop (NC-08) took down the Defense Appropriations rule during a recent vote, expressing his frustration with the lack of progress on spending bills. Bishop, who had previously promised to take action, was determined to hold the Conference accountable for failing to move twelve appropriations bills at the agreed spending level set in January."I took down the rule — as I vowed I would — because the Conference continues not to have moved twelve appropriations bills at the spending level agreed to in January. I assume...