Rich Nugent
Florida's 11th District
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- ICYMI - My take on the payroll tax situation: http://t.co/oqtz8fL4
- Here's a clip of my statement at a press conference showing support for @SpeakerBoehner plan for the debt ceiling http://t.co/LDvbeaL
- Evidently Leader Pelosi and President Obama are too busy to work with Republicans on a solution for the debt ceiling. http://t.co/oWzRGi8
- Check out @SenRubioPress floor speech from yesterday, http://t.co/jb22onw. I agree 100% with him on needing to create jobs, not taxes.
- Not sure if you're following the story about this botched ATF gun running operation, but I'm pretty fired up about it: http://t.co/izV1OAR
- I posted new pictures on facebook of a recent trip to the Middle East and a tour of local businesses in Citrus County http://t.co/136Qxk8
- I sent this letter to the editor responding to claims about Medicare. Time to start being honest about the problem: http://bit.ly/mEIo6K
- The scenes of devastation coming out of the Midwest are heartbreaking. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
- The Senate rejected President Obama's budget by a margin of 0 - 97. http://abcn.ws/iEUruZ
- Mark up hearing on a bill I am a cosponsor of to eliminate the #EAC today. Watch the hearing via webcast if you can http://1.usa.gov/kJYFA1
- Nearly 3700 contractors who recieved Stimulus money are suspected of cheating on their taxes. A bad program gets worse, http://bit.ly/mxIgRy
- Here is a speech gave last night. Let me know what you think about the decision made by the White House. http://bit.ly/mIA1x3
- Latest edition of our weekly newsletter is online. This week it's about a remarkable WWII vet. Great story. http://bit.ly/jQ9OKU
- Just got done debating the rule for consideration of the Intel Authorization bill. http://bit.ly/j2rFQi
- Today I had the honor of meeting representatives from the U.S. Army War College Class of 2011. http://on.fb.me/kAWWov
- We've averted a shutdown, but a serious fiscal crisis remains: http://bit.ly/dNF6X1
- Just voted to keep the government from shutting down and make sure our men and women in the military are paid for the rest of the year.
- On my way to the Senate steps to demand that Sen. Reid gets the Senate in gear and passes a spending bill so we can move forward.
- 2 days before a governmentt shutdown and the President leaves DC, Dems force a vote to immediately adjourn the House...um...I voted no
- Check out this three minute video. Paul Ryan briefly explains his budget proposal: http://bit.ly/fIYsv6
- AG Holder announced that 9/11 conspirators would be prosecuted by the Military, blames Congress and Holder still thinks it is a bad idea.
- Today is the 1 year anniversary of ObamaCare being signed into law. Touted as a fix to healthcare, but has been nothing short of a disaster
- Thank you to the Library of Congress for bringing this exhibit to Hernando County. Had a great time w/ the students http://on.fb.me/hptsMf
- Visting West Hernando Middle School and the Library of Congress Exhibit being shown there. Only school in Tampa Bay region.
- Republicans are meeting with business owners right now. We are all talking about fostering an environment for job creation. #pledge
- I was interviewed on FoxNews.com and spoke about my bill, "Congress is Not a Career Act." http://bit.ly/fxlMwP
- I will be on Fox Business News at 10am this morning. If you are able to tune in, please do.
- Just voted to return $8 Billion in unused TARP funds. #pledge
- @SpeakerBoehner announced that the courts should decide the constitutionality of DOMA, not the President unilaterally - http://bit.ly/f9FxRv
- Here is a link to the clip to my interview with @YWCavuto where we discuss the "Congress is not a Career Act." http://bit.ly/eE43Y9
- Thank you to @YWCavuto for having me on to talk about my bill, Congress is not a Career Act. Here is the bill, http://bit.ly/hoqoGm
- I will be on Fox News with Neil Cavuto at 4:03pm to talk about my bill, Congress is not a Career Act. Tune in if you are able.
- Washington Post Fact Checker slams Democrats' claims of meeting Republicans halfway on budget cuts - http://wapo.st/i7QzwP
- The Florida Supreme Court ruled that Gov. Rick Scott has the power to not accept the federal money for High Speed Rail.
- I am about to speak on the house floor in support of a bill on 1099 reform that will help small businesses
- About to head to a hearing in House Administration. Hearing testimony from all House Committees http://bit.ly/kKRXb
- The last living American veteran of WW 1 passed away this weekend. His service to this country will never be forgotten.
- US Immigration Agent was killed in the line of duty in Mexico. Another agent was injured. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families.
- Democrats are on the House Floor, basically filibustering spending cuts...
- President Obama has already threatened to veto H.R. 1 because it cuts too much, obviously he doesnt see how much of a problem we are facing
- Debate on the Continuing Resolution has begun. Fighting for the spending cuts that are needed to turn our economy around. #pledge
- About to start a hearing about Military and Overseas voters in House Administration. Watch the hearing live here, http://bit.ly/eqNK9F
- If you have a moment, please take look at my statement about President Obama's Budget. http://bit.ly/eyUknL
- Had a great time cooking Omelettes at Ridge Manor this past weekend. Was happy to be back supporting a worthy cause. http://on.fb.me/ftPEG5
- President Obama released his budget. He underestimated the magnitude of the problem. We need to be making real and significant cuts.
- Meeting with representatives from the Florida Rural Water Association, representing 16 systems and 4 million people. Great folks.
- Just met with representatives from the National Sheriff’s Association. Great guys – happy to have a colleague serving in Congress.
- 22 Governors send letter to Obama admin. demanding changes to unfunded government mandates. http://bit.ly/ghXkFs
- Had a great time on the Bob Penrod show on WWJB. Remember to listen every Mon from 1-3pm and Tue & Wed from 1-2pm. http://bit.ly/eC3X7W
- Toured a GE plant and a local citrus grove and processing plant today. These are the businesses that will help grow our economy.
- BREAKING: Florida judge rules the entire Obamacare law unconstitutional. http://politi.co/fNGGh5
- DC is a fine city but I am mighty glad to be back in the District. Florida is a great place in the winter.
- House began debate on cutting $617Million by eliminating federal funding of presidential campaigns. What are your thoughts? #youcut
- Here is my response to President Obama's SOTU, http://bit.ly/ibZyNj
- The Hill Newspaper asked me to write a piece about tonight's State of the Union. If you have a moment, take a look. http://bit.ly/gXkwpA
- In Rules Committee, debating a bill that will save more than $520Million by eliminating public financing for campaigns #cutspending
- If you are in town for the March for Life, please stop by my office, 1517 Longworth House Office Building, and say hello
- Breakfast with Jenny Beth Martin, Co-Founder/National Coordinator Tea Party Patriots. She is a true Tea Party Patriot.
- At rules, fighting for more cuts in federal spending.
- Still debating the repeal of ObamaCare. Bill has support of a majority of the people, hoping Congress feels the same way we do #HCRcostsjobs
- Debating the repeal of ObamaCare. I am proud to be an original co-sponsor of this bill. Let me know your thoughts.
- Cutting $35 mil tonight by reforming Congress’ unnecessary printing process. Already cut Congress' budget 5%. More cuts to come.
- RT @GOPLeader: Next week's legislative schedule for the House of Representatives: http://j.mp/fo4p0v
- At annual GOP Conference mtg in Baltimore. Discussing our constituents’ ideas & how to get 'em signed into law. Exciting time in America.
