WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The White House issued the following news release: Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate: Halil "Sul" Ozerden of Mississippi, to serve as a Circuit Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Sul Ozerden currently serves as U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of Mississippi, where he has served since he was confirmed by the United States Senate and appointed by President George W. Bush in 2007. Before taking the bench,  more

WASHINGTON, June 14 -- Rep. Larry Bucshon, R-Indiana, issued the following statement on the announcement of Rep. Susan Brooks, R-Indiana, that she will not be running for re-election in 2020: "Congresswoman Susan Brooks has had a distinguished and impactful career in public service - serving as Deputy Mayor of Indianapolis from 1998-99, a U.S. Attorney under President George W. Bush from 2001-07, and a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives starting in 2013. "She is a valued colleague, de  more

WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following column: After months of deliberation and planning, General Dwight Eisenhower was briefed by his top military advisors on the looming weather, the heavy tides, and the small window of time for execution. With a few minutes of contemplation, he gave his renowned answer that set the end of World War II into motion: "Okay...we'll go." He then addressed his troops directly saying, "You are about to embark on the Great Crusade.  more