Press Releases

Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL) has introduced a bill to further block the People’s Republic of China from participating in the Rim of the Pacific, the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise, until it has recognized and addressed it’s genocidal actions against the Uighur Muslims. China was invited to participate in RIMPAC in 2014 despite rogue actions in the… Read more »

(Photo courtesy of U.S. Department of Defense) Rep. Scott Franklin, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement in response to the escalating violence in Israel: “Israel is a staunch ally of the United States that has every right and a solemn duty to protect its people from the bloodthirsty forces of terrorism. I unequivocally support… Read more »

Rep. Scott Franklin issued the following statement on Tuesday, April 27th, 2021: “The allegations that former Secretary of State and current U.S. Envoy for Climate John Kerry may have provided confidential information about Israeli operations to the Iranian government are deeply concerning. The U.S. and Israel have been close allies for decades, and our shared trust is critical… Read more »

Rep. Scott Franklin issued the following statement on April 28th, 2021: “This evening, President Biden gave an address to Congress during which he attempted to take a victory lap for his so-called accomplishments. While the Democratic party celebrates, our country, and the average American, are worse off. By governing through executive fiat, President Biden rammed through policies… Read more »

This week, Representative Scott Franklin (R-Fla.) joined House Committee on Oversight and Reform Ranking Member James Comer (R-Ky.) and Rep. Yvette Herrell (R-N.M.) in El Paso, Texas and along the southern border in New Mexico to examine President Biden’s border crisis. Biden’s border crisis continues to escalate, encouraging human smugglers to profit from the… Read more »

Committee Democrats quiet as crisis worsens U.S. Representative Scott Franklin (R–FL) today joined House Committee on Oversight and Reform Committee Republicans to reiterate their March 4th request for Chairwoman Carolyn Maloney (D–NY) to conduct a hearing on the escalating crisis at the border. Republican lawmakers called out Democrats for their hypocrisy, citing that under… Read more »

U.S. Representative Scott Franklin (R–FL) joined Florida Democrats and Republicans in a letter to U.S. Department of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to request equitable funding and resource allocation for the Florida National Guard in the Defense Budget for 2022. The Florida National Guard plays a critical role in safeguarding our state. Florida, the nation’s third most… Read more »

Retired Colonel Clark served 26 years in the U.S. Air Force and is a staunch advocate for veterans in Florida Representative Franklin (R-FL) honored veteran advocate and retired Air Force Colonel Gary Clark on the House floor on Thursday evening, commending him for his service to veterans and his induction into the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame. Press play to hear Congressman… Read more »

Representative Franklin (R-FL) gave remarks on the House floor late Thursday night, urged House Speaker Pelosi to remove the razor wire wall surrounding the U.S. Capitol and allow public access to the People’s House. With 75% of Members having been vaccinated, Franklin also advised the Speaker to resume normal operations in the House. He noted the House should end proxy voting,… Read more »

In the Midst of a Pandemic, Border Crossings are at a 20 Year High Representative Franklin (R-FL) voted against H.R. 6, also known as The American Dream and Promise Act, legislation which would incentivize further illegal crossings during a public health crisis. “We are experiencing a perilous crisis at our Southern Border thanks to the Biden Administration,” Franklin said.… Read more »