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Senate Races of the Century
In the end, it will come down to Georgia. There will be two run-off elections for both of Georgia’s U.S. Senate seats in January, and whoever wins those will control the Senate should Joe Biden and Kamala Harris be sworn in on January 20th. Republicans have two strong candidates, Senators David Purdue and Kelly Loeffler.…
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How You Can Help
As our nation continues to cope with the coronavirus outbreak, there’s one question I hear from my friends and neighbors across North Carolina’s 7th District more than any other: “What can I do to help those in need?” The most important thing for all of us right now is to ensure we’re following the CDC’s guidelines…
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Quite a Week
Last week was quite a week. Most importantly, the U.S. Senate acquitted President Trump of the charges brought against him in the Articles of Impeachment passed by House Democrats late last year. It’s the long-overdue end of a partisan, politically-driven process that has debilitated Congress since it was launched months ago. All this process has done is divide the country that…
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David Rouzer Wins Reelection
(RALEIGH, N.C.) — David Rouzer released the statement below following his re-election to serve North Carolina’s 7th District: “It’s an honor and privilege to serve the citizens of the 7th District, and I am humbled to be elected to represent them for another term. I will continue to work on the issues important to…
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Wrightsville Beach scores high on beach renourishment study
Via Lumina News A study by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has concluded that allocating money for Wrightsville Beach renourishment projects generates a good return on the investment. However, the study represents only one element of the process that will determine whether federal money will be available for coastal storm damage projects. The Army…
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ROUZER SUPPORTS PLAN TO REFORM TAX CODE
Via The Johnston County Report Washington, D.C. – House Republicans this week unveiled a comprehensive plan to reform our nation’s tax code, grow the economy and make the IRS work for the American taxpayers. This plan, referred to as “A Better Way for Tax Reform,” includes 47 ideas which focus on three principles: simplification, growth…
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David Rouzer Formally Endorses Presidential Nominee Donald J. Trump
“There are two choices in this presidential election: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. Wipe away all the clutter and this election comes down to three key points that will determine whether the American dream survives. We know for a fact that Hillary Clinton will nominate liberal judges to the US Supreme Court…
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Rouzer says US needs to increase fight against terrorism
Via WECT 6 WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC 7th District) says the United States must step up the fight against terrorism in the wake of the deadly bombing at the Ataturk Airport in Istanbul, Turkey. “I’m afraid that this is a pattern of significant things to come that are going to be…
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Rouzer introduces bill to protect combat-injured veterans
Via The Bladen Journal WASHINGTON — Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC) recently introduced H.R. 5015, the Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016, to ensure veterans who suffered service-ending combat-related injuries are not being wrongfully taxed on their severance packages from the Department of Defense. Under federal law, veterans who suffer combat-related injuries and who are…
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ROUZER RECEIVES AWARD FOR CONSERVATIVE EXCELLENCE BY AMERICAN CONSERVATIVE UNION
Wilmington, NC – This week Congressman David Rouzer received the Award for Conservative Excellence by the American Conservative Union (ACU) for his leadership and conservative voting record for the first session of the 114th Congress. This is the ACU’s top award for Members of Congress who vote most consistently with the ideals articulated in the…
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ROUZER RECEIVES AWARD FOR CONSERVATION EXCELLENCE
Via The Johnston County Report This week Congressman David Rouzer received the Award for Conservative Excellence by the American Conservative Union (ACU) for his leadership and conservative voting record for the first session of the 114th Congress. This is the ACU’s top award for Members of Congress who vote most consistently with the ideals articulated in…
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ROUZER BILL TO HOLD IRS ACCOUNTABLE HEADS TO HOUSE FLOOR
Via The Johnston County Report Washington, D.C. – This week, H.R. 1206, the No Hires for the Delinquent IRS Act, authored by Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC) passed the House Committee on Ways and Means where it now heads to the floor of the House of Representatives. H.R. 1206 incentivizes the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to…
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Realtors lead coalition for beach nourishment funding
Via Port City Daily More voices are joining those of local beach towns and elected officials in the fight for continuing federal and, more importantly, state funding for coastal storm damage reduction (also known as beach nourishment) projects. This time, it’s a group of area real estate agents. The Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors is…
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Bill to designate Wilmington an ‘American World War II City’ moves forward
Via Star News Online WILMINGTON — A bill that would designate at least one U.S. city each year as an “American World War II City,” with the first being Wilmington, passed the U.S. House of Representatives this week, according to a news release from U.S. Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C. Cities would be designated based on…
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NORTH CAROLINA CD-07 REPUBLICAN PRIMARY SURVEY RESULTS
MEMORANDUM TO: INTERESTED PARTIES FROM: NICOLE McCLESKEY, PUBLIC OPINION STRATEGIES DATE: JANUARY 19, 2016 RE: NORTH CAROLINA CD-07 REPUBLICAN PRIMARY SURVEY RESULTS David Rouzer is very well-known and well-regarded among Republican primary voters of the Seventh Congressional District. With 94% name ID among primary voters across the district, Rouzer holds an impressive 66% favorable/9% unfavorable…
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Bipartisan Congressional Group Advocates for Primary Care
Via North Carolina Health News The election season of 2016 is just around the corner, and with the upcoming congressional elections North Carolinians can expect to see heated TV ads and political debates. But in the spirit of bipartisanship, a Republican North Carolina congressman has joined a Democratic congressman from the Northeast to launch a…
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Rouzer, Tillis reflect on first year in Congress
Via Star News Online WASHINGTON, D.C. — The departure of John Boehner and the rise of Paul Ryan. Visits from Pope Francis and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Travels around the world to meet leaders of nations. And, in one case, choosing to sleep at the office. 2015 was a hectic year for the freshmen…
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Rouzer amendment to alleviate EPA regulations on manufacturers passes House
Recently, my amendment to protect Southeastern North Carolinians and small businesses from a recent Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation passed the House of Representatives. This amendment was included and passed by way of H.R. 8, the North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act, a broad energy bill which maximizes America’s energy potential, updates and modernizes…
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DAVID ROUZER TOURS BEACH RENOURISHMENT PROJECT
Via WWAYTV 3 TOPSAIL BEACH, NC (WWAY) — US House Representative-elect David Rouzer stopped in Topsail Beach Thursday to take a tour of a beach renourishment project that has been five years in the making. Rouzer says the project, which began in November and will continue through the end of March, will hopefully pave the…
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CONGRESSMEN ADDRESS CONTINUED WATER ISSUES AT VA CLINIC
Via WWAYTV 3 WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Almost five months later, there has still been no resolution in the ongoing issues with the water at the Wilmington VA Clinic. US Representatives David Rouzer and Walter Jones said they are continuing to look into the problem, as test results continue to show metal in the water.…
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Congressmen plan to protect Port of Wilmington
Via Lumina News U.S. Rep. David Rouzer -(NC-7), U.S. Rep. Bill Shuster, N.C. Secretary of Transportation Tony Tata and North Carolina State Port Authority CEO Paul Cozza addressed future improvements to the Port of Wilmington during a June 19 press conference. Shuster described Port of Wilmington as “important to the United States of America.” Shuster,…
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REP. DAVID ROUZER TALKS FIRST 100 DAYS
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The first 100 days in Congress are now in the rear view mirror for Rep. David Rouzer. The Republican replaced Democrat Mike McIntyre in the 7th District in January. “Congress is not an easy place to get business done,” Rouzer said. Rouzer says it’s been a hectic 100 days. “I typically don’t…
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Rep. Rouzer settling in at new post on Capitol Hill
Via Star News Online Rouzer said he’s found his time in office enjoyable so far, although it’s also a big responsibility. WASHINGTON | He doesn’t yet know who he’s going to support in the 2016 presidential election, since the list of potential Republican candidates is still shaking itself out. But U.S. Rep. David Rouzer seems…
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ROUZER FOR CONGRESS RELEASES PRIMARY POLL NUMBERS
Wilmington, NC – Today, Rouzer for Congress announced key findings from its most recent poll conducted among primary voters across the 7th District of North Carolina. With 94% name ID among primary voters across the district, Rouzer holds an impressive 66% favorable/9% unfavorable image rating. Rouzer’s standing is even more impressive among “strong” Republicans with…
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RELEASE | Rouzer Names Chief of Staff
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2014 Rouzer Names Chief of Staff Wilmington, NC – Congressman-elect David Rouzer, who will be representing North Carolina’s 7th Congressional District during the 114th Congress, has named Melissa Murphy to serve as his chief of staff. Mrs. Murphy currently serves as the deputy chief of staff and legislative director to…
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Congressman-elect Rouzer named Chairman of Livestock and Foreign Agriculture Subcommittee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Congressman-elect Rouzer named Chairman of Livestock and Foreign Agriculture Subcommittee Congressman-elect David Rouzer (NC-07) was selected to serve as the Chairman of the Livestock and Foreign Agriculture Subcommittee for the 114th Congress by Agriculture Committee Chairman-elect Mike Conaway (TX-11). The Livestock and Foreign Agriculture Subcommittee has jurisdiction over policies, statutes,…
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Rouzer Selected to Serve on Transportation & Infrastructure and Agriculture Committees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2, 2014 Rouzer Selected to Serve on Transportation & Infrastructure and Agriculture Committees Wilmington, NC – Representative-elect David Rouzer (NC-07) released the following statement today after being selected to serve on both the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure and the Committee on Agriculture for…
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Thank You Veterans
To every veteran in Eastern North Carolina and around the country: thank you for your service. I am proud to represent the more than 60,000 men and women in North Carolina’s 7th District who have served our country in the armed forces. Our veterans and their families make great sacrifices to keep us safe and…
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Governor Mike Huckabee endorses David Rouzer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 28, 2014 Wilmington, NC — Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee has endorsed David Rouzer for Congress in North Carolina’s 7th Congressional District. “David Rouzer’s commitment to protect the unborn, his defense of traditional marriage, and his support for our Second Amendment rights make him the best choice for North…
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143 years
I want to tell you about two numbers: 143 and 12. 143: that’s how many years it’s been since a Republican represented North Carolina’s 7th District! 12: that’s how many days we have left to make history and turn this district red for the first time since 1871. Will you help us make history? Please donate…
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US Chamber of Commerce Endorses David Rouzer
Wilmington, NC – The US Chamber of Commerce endorsed David Rouzer’s campaign for Congress at a press conference in Wilmington Thursday afternoon. Moore Hallmark, Executive Director of the Southeastern Region Office of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, joined David Rouzer and local business owners at the Wilmington Regional Association of REALTORS for the announcement. Rex Creech,…
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Stop the Stupidity
What if you had to ask the Environmental Protection Agency for permission before building an addition on your home, landscaping your yard, or planting crops on your farm? That’s exactly what families, small businesses, farmers, realtors, and property owners within every part of the Seventh District will be facing if the EPA’s proposed expansion of…
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Seven Trillion
Poll after poll shows Americans are increasingly worried about our national debt. And is it any wonder? Since President Obama took office, over $7 trillion has been added to the federal debt. I support a balanced budget amendment that requires Washington to get its fiscal house in order and prevents the federal government from spending more money than…
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Holding President Obama Accountable
Over the last 6 years, this President has consistently proven that he is a better campaigner than leader, more interested in political rhetoric than running the government. That has never been more clear than with the disastrous scandal involving the Veterans’ Affairs Administration. Thousands of veterans have been placed on inexcusably long wait lists due…