Floor Statements

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Cabe Monroe Lambert, the last living World War II Veteran of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians. Mr. Lambert was born on September 25, 1926, and currently lives in the Wolftown community on the Qualla Boundary in Cherokee, North Carolina. Mr. Lambert is deeply loved by his community and family.

As a member of the greatest generation, Mr. Lambert answered the call of the free world and served in the United States Army during World War II. While in combat, Cabe Monroe Lambert fought the Axis Powers that were advancing across independent, sovereign countries. Mr. Lambert prevented forces with evil intent from reaching our great country and liberated countless people. We owe a debt that we can never repay but will always remember and honor. Without brave men and women like Mr. Lambert, our world would undoubtedly be a much darker place.

Mr. Lambert served in the Asiatic Pacific Theater of Combat Operations where our troops not only halted the Japanese advance, but pushed them back island by island, freeing the inhabitants of those communities. It is my distinct honor to acknowledge the service of Cabe Monroe Lambert to the United States of America and to our world.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Aniyah Yattassaye, for her work as an intern serving in my D.C. office. I would like to take this opportunity to thank her for her hard work and recognize the meaningful contributions she has made to the office this summer.

Aniyah resides in Seattle, Washington and attends Wake Forest University. Aniyah is entering her third year at Wake Forest where she is studying Political Science and international.

Interns work with staff to serve constituents in North Carolina's 11th congressional district. Aniyah was chosen from a competitive pool of applicants and exceeded every expectation with her positive attitude and impressive work ethic. It was a pleasure to work with Aniyah, and I am so proud to have had such an intelligent and ambitious intern representing my office.

Aniyah exemplified the spirit of public service and represents the best that our Nation has to offer. I congratulate Aniyah on the successful completion of her internship and thank her on behalf of the people of Western North Carolina.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Margaux Sauvage, for her work as an intern serving in my D.C. office. I would like to take this opportunity to thank her for her hard work and recognize the meaningful contributions she has made to the office this summer.

Margaux is from San Diego, California and attends Georgetown University. Margaux is entering her second year at Georgetown where she plans to study Global Business and National Security.

Interns work with staff to serve constituents in North Carolina's 11th congressional district. Margaux was chosen from a competitive pool of applicants and exceeded every expectation with her positive attitude and impressive work ethic. It was a pleasure to work with Margaux, and I am so proud to have had such an intelligent and ambitious intern representing my office.

Margaux exemplified the spirit of public service and represents the best that our Nation has to offer. I congratulate Margaux on the successful completion of her internship and thank her on behalf of the people of Western North Carolina.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the lifelong service of Commissioner Dwight Penland of Clay County. Mr. Penland is the longest-serving commissioner in Clay County history, with a tenure of nineteen years. Before his time on the Board of Commissioners, Mr. Penland served eight years on the Clay County Board of Education. In total, Commissioner Penland has spent 27 years at the helm of local public policy in Clay County, serving as a voice of reason and unyielding advocate for his community.

Mr. Penland grew up in Bell Creek, a community in Clay County. The youngest of five sons to father JD Penland and mother Hazel Penland, Mr. Penland graduated from Hayesville High School in 1978, where he volunteered as the middle school girls' basketball coach. Even at a young age, Mr. Penland's passion and commitment to serving the children of Clay County is evident. He went on to become a successful local businessowner in Hayesville, where he served the needs of his customers and helped grow the Clay County economy. Commissioner Penland and his wonderful wife, Leonia ``Sissy'' Penland, have two grown children, Jarrod and Jadrian.

Clay County has achieved remarkable milestones under Commissioner Penland's leadership, including the construction of a new courthouse, public health department, Department of Social Services, and Department of Transportation facility to enhance government administration. Additionally, Commissioner Penland oversaw the construction of a new sheriff's office, detention center, Emergency Medical Services building, 911 call center, recreation center, primary school, and Veterans Park to ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of Clay County residents.

On behalf of the people of Clay County and Western North Carolina, I thank Commissioner Penland for his lifelong service to our wonderful home and our deserving people.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor the life and sacrifice of Officer Francisco Flattes, a devoted detention officer in Cherokee County, North Carolina, who was killed in the line of duty on June 30, 2025.

Officer Flattes was more than just a public servant. He was a husband, a father, a grandfather, a colleague, and a friend to many. For four years, he served the Cherokee County Detention Center with unwavering commitment, ensuring that the rule of law was upheld with integrity and compassion.

Tragically, while performing his duties--escorting an inmate for medical care--Officer Flattes was killed in the line of duty in an act of senseless violence. He gave his life protecting others, and in doing so, reminded us all of the risks our law enforcement officers

face every single day when they put on the uniform.

Officer Flattes leaves behind a loving family, including his wife, who also serves as a detention officer, his children and grandchildren, and a son-in-law who wears the same badge in defense of our communities.

I extend my deepest condolences to the Flattes family and the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office. We honor his courage, his kindness, his dedication, and his memory. May we never forget the price that heroes like Officer Flattes pay so that we may live in safety and peace.

May God bless the Flattes family and may God bless all those who wear the badge in service to our communities.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Heather Millett, who has served with distinction as Legislative Director in both my state senate and congressional offices. Heather embodies the very best of public service. You will see from her educational background that for years she has been preparing for a career dedicated to serving the citizens of our great Nation. By earning her Bachelor's Degree in Political Science at Campbell University, her Master of Public Administration and Policy at American University, and continuing her education in law studies at Syracuse University College of Law, it becomes evident that Heather's long-term goal has been a passion to help improve the lives of others.

Heather's intelligence, integrity, and tireless work ethic have guided our legislative efforts with purpose and precision. Whether navigating the complexities of committee work, building coalitions across the aisle, or championing the priorities of our constituents, Heather has brought both strategic insight and deep compassion to every task.

Perhaps Heather's most important contribution to the people of North Carolina's Eleventh Congressional District was after September 27, 2024, when Hurricane Helene made landfall in the peaceful and serene mountains of Western North Carolina. Without ever being asked, Heather took the initiative and went into overdrive, working tirelessly for several consecutive weeks, night and day, with no days off, to bring hope, resources, and lifesaving assistance to tens of thousands of victims affected by this once-in-a-millennium weather event. Each day for several weeks, Heather authored and distributed vital emails to a devastated population to help them find food, water, shelter, locate missing loved ones, and understand which roads were open for escape, along with countless other pieces of helpful information for those seeking rescue. During this time, when I encouraged Heather to take a few days away with her family for some planned time months earlier, her response was, ``District Eleven needs me now,'' and she continued for many weeks to absorb more and more of the recovery workload. She persisted for weeks, coordinating the efforts of FEMA, telecommunications companies, utility companies, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, local governments, our district team, individual constituents, and an endless list of others. Heather worked quietly behind the scenes out of the public's eye, but was chiefly responsible for the praise and accolades that my office received for our response to this natural disaster.

Mr. Speaker, Heather Millett should always be recognized as a Hurricane Helene Hero, and I am honored to share these words to honor her unforgettable, lasting contribution and to express my deepest appreciation for her service to the people of Western North Carolina. As Legislative Director, Heather played a key role in shaping my office's policy agenda and making sure that the voices of the people we serve were heard in Congress. Her expertise has made a meaningful and lasting impact on many Americans, especially in areas she cares most about, such as infrastructure projects, veterans' benefits and healthcare, voter integrity, economic development, and reducing regulations. Heather provided the genius behind many essential pieces of legislation, like the Equal Representation Act, the Promoting Resilient Buildings Act, the Justice for America's Veterans and Survivors Act, and many others. In just two and a half years working beside me, a new member of Congress, Heather has authored five pieces of legislation that have now become law--five phenomenal accomplishments, and I expect many other pieces of her work will soon become law. Another remarkable achievement of Heather's that leaves a lasting mark on history is her skillful and masterful navigation of the Congressional appropriations and grants processes to secure tens of millions of dollars for essential infrastructure and needs for NC-11. While the numerous buildings, dams, equipment, and other projects that will improve and save the lives of the people I represent may never bear her name, many of us will see them throughout our lives and know Heather played a key role in securing them.

On behalf of all of us, I thank Heather for her leadership, her loyalty, the example she has set, her steadfast service, and dedication to my district, as well as her lasting impact on the Congress of the United States. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors and hope she takes with her pride in a job extraordinarily well done.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Sheriff's Office and Emergency Medical Services of Clay County.

On September 27, 2024, Hurricane Helene slammed into Western North Carolina, leaving a trail of devastation and destruction. While Clay County was largely spared from the storm's most severe effects, its first responders did not return to business as usual the following day. Instead, the Clay County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Medical Services immediately sprang into action to assist counties in desperate need.

This spirit of service is what makes Western North Carolina truly special. It is exemplified by neighbors showing up in times of crisis, ready to lend a helping hand and stand together during the darkest of days. The Clay County Sheriff's Office deployed officers and resources to Haywood, Buncombe, Avery, and Mitchell counties, providing critical manpower and support to these Helene-affected areas. At the same time, Clay County Emergency Medical Services coordinated efforts to deliver much-needed medical personnel and essential supplies to communities in need.

The Clay County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Medical Services were flooded with donated supplies from area churches, local businesses, and citizens. Once transported to the affected areas, these supplies were received by first responders with great relief and deep appreciation. Let it be recognized and remembered that, in a time of great need, Clay County stood tall--not only for its own residents, but for its neighbors across the region.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Rayan Malik for his work as an intern serving in my D.C. office. I would like to take this opportunity to thank him for his hard work and recognize the meaningful contributions he has made to the office this summer.

Rayan is from Islamabad, Pakistan and attends the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Rayan is entering his third year at Wisconsin where he is studying Data Science.

Interns work with staff to serve constituents in North Carolina's 11th Congressional District. Rayan was chosen from a competitive pool of applicants and exceeded every expectation with his positive attitude and impressive work ethic. It was a pleasure to work with Rayan, and I am so proud to have had such an intelligent and ambitious intern representing my office.

Rayan exemplified the spirit of public service and represents the best that our Nation has to offer. I congratulate Rayan on the successful completion of his internship, and thank him on behalf of the people of Western North Carolina.

Mr. Speaker, there is a lot of noise coming from the other side claiming that House Republicans are cutting Medicaid with our commonsense work requirements.

Let me be clear: That is just not true.

You can't cut something from someone who was never or is no longer eligible to receive it.

According to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, of the 7.8 million people Democrats say would lose coverage, 4.8 million are able- bodied adults with no kids who could work, but don't. Another 1.4 million are in the country illegally and 2.2 million simply don't qualify under the law already.

Medicaid should serve the truly needy, not those who refuse to help themselves. House Republicans don't cut Medicaid. That is not what we are doing in this bill. We restore its integrity because work requirements are not a punishment. They are a path to dignity and independence.

Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following newsletter to give an update to my constituents on the reconciliation bill and restoring law and order.

Dear Friend,

As a member of the House Budget Committee, I've helped

craft the most fiscally responsible reconciliation bill in

U.S. history with $1.7 trillion in savings, which garnered

the support of the full House Republican conference.

The Senate is currently reviewing the bill, and I'm urging

Senate leadership to make sure that any changes to the bill:

Do not increase the deficit relative to current law.

Provide real savings--no gimmicks or tricks. Any additional

tax cuts must be matched dollar-for-dollar by enforceable

spending reductions.

Balance tax relief and spending restraint for sustainable

growth.

Our unified government cannot squander this unique

opportunity to change the trajectory of our nation by

restoring fiscal discipline.

From my seats on the House Budget and Appropriations

Committees, I will continue to push for policies that will

reverse our national debt, make sure tax dollars work for the

American people, and root out waste, fraud, and abuse.

Restoring law and order

In an extreme example of spinning reality, some have

alleged that the Los Angeles protests we've seen coverage of

online and on TV have been ``peaceful.''

Let's set the record straight: Protestors were engaging in

violence and vandalism--burning cars, attacking police

officers, and burglarizing businesses. The previous

administration's open-border policies and disregard for the

law led us to the chaos and lawlessness we are seeing today,

and it is President Trump's responsibility to restore law and

order. That is why I fully support his decision to send

Marines and National Guard troops to LA.

Unfortunately, we will continue to pay for the consequences

of open borders for decades to come; but to address these

issues, I'm co-sponsoring the following bills:

Stop Anarchists from Endangering (SAFE) Cities Act

Codifies President Trump's executive order restricting

federal funding for jurisdictions deemed to be ``anarchist

jurisdictions'' by cutting federal funding for any state or

local jurisdictions the Department of Justice identifies to

be permitting ``anarchy, violence, or destruction.''

Returning Illegals Over Turmoil (RIOT) Act

Makes any illegal immigrant, DACA recipient, or lawful

permanent resident who is arrested and convicted of

assaulting a police officer or member of the military and/or

vandalism or destruction of public property during a declared

emergency deportable and permanently inadmissible.

Mobilizing Against Sanctuary Cities Act

Revokes federal funding from state and local jurisdictions

that fail to honor ICE detainers or ignore communications

from ICE.

We must put Americans first by ensuring the safety of our

citizens and the security of our Nation. In Congress, I will

continue to push for legislation to do so.

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Chuck Edwards,

Member of Congress.

Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following newsletter to give an update to my constituents on debris removal after Hurricane Helene.

Dear Friend: There has been an important development

regarding debris clean-up efforts from Hurricane Helene.

After hearing from residents and stakeholders about improper

debris removal, FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

(USACE) have agreed to improve oversight and precision in

debris removal operations.

The action plan moving forward is:

Property owners are encouraged to mark debris areas of

concern with a red flag.

Flagged areas will not be disturbed until the property

owner, the county, and USACE engage in a consultation.

Counties will then make final decisions based on the need

to protect downstream infrastructure while respecting private

property.

This agreement will help address the top concerns my team

has heard from Western North Carolinians affected by debris

removal by:

Preventing the removal of more debris than necessary.

Adequately protecting wildlife habitat.

Ensuring landowners receive due consideration through the

process.

I believe this plan will increase the quality of clean-up

efforts, and my office will continue to assess the debris

removal process and listen to your concerns as we work

together to return to normalcy as quickly as possible.

For additional information on debris removal projects,

visit my website. You will find maps that note areas where

debris removal has been completed (marked in green) and plans

for upcoming debris removal projects.

With my warmest regards,

Chuck Edwards,

Member of Congress.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Staff Sergeant Fred Bruner Lunsford of the United States Army, who passed away on March 1, 2025.

Fred was born on March 7, 1925, and was enrolled as a member of the eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Fred graduated from Andrews High School in Andrews, North Carolina in the spring of 1943 and he and his wife, Gladys, were married on March 17, 1944, before Fred enlisted in the United States Army.

Fred served as a Staff Sergeant during World War II and was deployed to the European Theater, with service at the Normandy Invasion, Battle of the Bulge and the Liberation of France. Fred was highly decorated for his bravery, leadership, and courage he displayed during those years of service. These decorations include the Europe-Africa-Middle East Medal, the American Defense Service Medal, the Victory Medal, the Army Occupation Medal, and the Army Good Conduct Medal.

Fred was honorably discharged from active duty following the war and returned home to Cherokee County, North Carolina where he would go on to be licensed to preach the Gospel on October 23, 1949, by Pleasant Valley Baptist Church in Murphy, North Carolina and was ordained in 1950.

On behalf of all of Western North Carolina, I would like to take a moment to honor the life of Fred Bruner Lunsford.

Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following newsletter to give an update to my constituents on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, post office disruptions, National Police Week, and Helene recovery.

Dear Friend,

Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.

1--better known as the ``One Big Beautiful Bill''--a historic

piece of legislation that will:

Keep taxes low for working Americans.

Strengthen border security.

Rebuild our military.

Drive American energy independence.

Protect entitlement programs so the Americans who need them

have them.

This bill is key to fulfilling the America First agenda.

Below, you will find some of the most important components of

the One Big Beautiful Bill that will make a difference in our

mountain communities.

Providing tax relief for workers and families

Provides a $5,000 tax cut for the average American family.

Eliminates taxes on tips, overtime, and car loan interest

for cars made in the U.S.

$4,000 tax deduction for seniors.

Increases the child tax credit to $2,500 per American

family through 2028.

Making tax dollars work for the American people

Strengthens Medicaid by preventing illegal aliens and folks

who can, but refuse to, work from unlawfully collecting

benefits.

Roots out waste, fraud, and abuse from Medicaid by removing

deceased individuals from the program.

Reverses the Biden-era mandate that allowed Medicaid to

cover ``gender transition'' procedures for minors.

Reversing green energy radicalism

Eliminates hundreds of billions of dollars in Green New

Deal tax credits.

Repeals the Biden administration's electric vehicle

mandates.

Drives American energy independence by opening federal

lands and waters to oil, gas, coal, geothermal, and mineral

leasing.

Streamlines onerous permitting processes so America can

build again.

Refills the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, reducing our

reliance on foreign oil and strengthening our national

security.

Securing our borders

Authorizes $46 billion to complete construction of the

border wall.

Hires 10,000 new Immigration and Customs Enforcement

personnel, 5,000 new Customs officers, and 3,000 new Border

Patrol agents with the goal of deporting at least 1 million

illegal immigrants every year.

Bolsters the Department of Homeland Security efforts to

secure our borders.

Ensuring the U.S. military remains the strongest fighting

force in the world

Ensures critical investments to rebuild our military,

improve quality of life for service members, bolster

munitions production, and modernize our nuclear arsenal.

Launches President Trump's Golden Dome initiative to ensure

the homeland is protected from modern and advanced threats.

This bill will restore American greatness and improve the

lives of Americans nationwide--from the mountains of Western

North Caro]ina to the coastlines of California.

The American people are ready for our Golden Age. Now, it's

time for the Senate to act.

With my warmest regards,

Chuck Edwards,

Member of Congress.

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Lillie Connet, for her work as an intern serving in my D.C. office. I would like to take this opportunity to thank her for her hard work and recognize the meaningful contributions she has made to the office this summer. Lillie is from Hendersonville, North Carolina, and attends the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Lillie is entering her third year at Chapel Hill where she is studying Political Science.

Interns work with staff to serve constituents in North Carolina's 11th congressional district. Lillie was chosen from a competitive pool of applicants and exceeded every expectation with her positive attitude and impressive work ethic. It was a pleasure to work with Lillie, and I am so proud to have had such an intelligent and ambitious intern representing my office.

Lillie exemplified the spirit of public service and represents the best that our Nation has to offer. I congratulate Lillie on the successful completion of her internship and thank her on behalf of the people of Western North Carolina.

Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following newsletter to give an update to my constituents on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, post office disruptions, National Police Week, and Helene recovery.

Dear Friend: Late into the night and in the early hours of

the morning, I debated and voted to pass the One Big

Beautiful Bill Act on the House floor. This robust package

delivers on our promises to working Americans to eliminate

tax on tips and overtime, raise child tax credits, and

eliminate tax on car loans.

Our historic bill is about restoring a pro-growth, pro-

American agenda, and I'm confident that it will accomplish

just that by strengthening our national defense, giving our

troops a raise, bolstering border security, and reigniting

economic growth.

Some are claiming that this bill will provide tax cuts for

billionaires and corporations.

The truth of the matter is: $3 out of every $4 dollars from

the 2017 tax cuts went to individuals, cutting taxes for the

lowest-income Americans by 10% while the top 1% saw a cut of

less than 0.5%.

This is not a ``tax cuts for the rich'' bill--it's a ``tax

cuts for hardworking Americans'' bill. Furthermore, this bill

provides additional tax relief to senior citizens who have

been productive, working members of society for their entire

lives. The bill truly takes a comprehensive approach to make

sure that all working-class Americans and families,

regardless of occupation or age, can reap the benefits of our

big, beautiful bill.

To fix how Washington works, we need to make sure that your

hard-earned tax dollars are being efficiently and effectively

used, and this One Big, Beautiful Bill will make sure of

that.

Hurricane Helene's disruption of WNC post offices

Eight months after Hurricane Helene devastated #NC11,

several post offices remain inoperable, forcing residents to

travel up to an hour to access services.

During the House Appropriations Committee's Financial

Services and General Government Subcommittee hearing, I

questioned USPS Inspector General Tammy Hull on the status of

these post offices. My office will continue to press this

issue until services are restored for Western North

Carolinians.

Getting our fiscal house in order

Interest payments on federal debt currently consume nearly

20% of federal revenue and could rise to 40% by 2035 or 82%

by 2054, depending on interest rates.

Even modest interest rate increases could drastically

worsen our country's fiscal outlook and limit policymaking

flexibility. If we don't get our fiscal house in order,

mortgage interest rates will skyrocket for hard-working

Western North Carolinians, doubling if not tripling over the

next few decades--making homeownership even less attainable

for young Americans.

We must take dramatic steps to right the ship before it's

too late by cutting unnecessary spending and limiting our

country's out-of-control, year-over-year mandatory spending

growth that continues to dominate our available capital. As a

member of the House Budget Committee, I'm willing and working

to take these hard votes and fix how Washington works, so we

can get our Nation's fiscal house in order for our children,

grandchildren, and future generations to come.

Honoring our law enforcement officers during National Police Week

During National Police Week, Americans honored the service

and sacrifice of law enforcement officers and their families

nationwide.

In the U.S. House, I voted to pass multiple bills that

support our men and women in blue:

The Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness

Through Data Act requires the Department of Justice to

collect data on violence against law enforcement officers,

strengthening protections for those who protect us.

The LEOSA Reform Act would allow qualified officers to

carry concealed firearms in public, state, or federal

properties, making it easier for them to respond quickly to

emergencies in public spaces.

The Gold Shield Families Resolution encourages local

communities to support nonprofit organizations that provide

resources to Gold Shield Families during their time of need.

Gold Shield Families are families of fallen police officers,

firefighters, emergency medical technicians, correction

officers, emergency dispatch officers, and emergency service

providers.

I am also co-sponsoring the POLICE Act, which makes it

permissible to deport any illegal immigrant who assaults a

law enforcement officer, and the Uproot Rioting International

Students Engaged in Radical Subversion Act (UPRISERS) Act,

which would revoke the visa of anyone in the U.S. who engages

in violence against a police officer or is convicted of an

offense related to rioting.

Our law enforcement officers keep us safe and deserve to be

protected through federal policy. I will continue to support

legislation that protects those who protect us.

Myth Buster: Medicaid for illegals

In this week's episode of Myth Busters, it's time to shed

some light on the myth that illegal immigrants are not

recipients of Medicaid.

That is false. The Congressional Budget Office has

acknowledged that the budget reconciliation bill would remove

at least 1.4 million illegal aliens who are on taxpayer-

funded programs, including Medicaid. By removing illegals

from Medicaid, we can strengthen those programs for Americans

who need them.

WNC is open for business

Western North Carolina is beginning to reopen for business

and is ready for visitors and customers!

Thank you to all the local leaders, dedicated employees,

and incredible volunteers for your hard work to help us get

to this point after Hurricane Helene.

In honor of this victory, I am excited to highlight some

places that recently opened back up for business.

SBA loans for small businesses

Small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in

North Carolina who experienced economic loss from Helene are

encouraged to apply for the Small Business Administration's

economic injury disaster loans.

These loans help eligible small businesses and private

nonprofits cover operating expenses following a disaster.

The deadline to apply is June 30, 2025. For more

information and to apply online visit sba.gov/disaster.

Applicants may also call SBA's Customer Service Center at

800-659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice

@sba.gov for assistance.

If you've applied and need additional help navigating the

SBA, please visit my website at edwards.house.gov/services/

federalagency or call my Hendersonville office.

Congratulations to NC-11's 2025 Congressional Art Competition winner

Congratulations to Christina Cannon, the 2025 Congressional

Art Competition winner for Western North Carolina!

Her artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol building

for one year where visitors from all over can see and admire

her talent.

A big round of applause also goes to our runners-up and

Facebook Favorite competition winners.

Thank you to all who took the time and effort to

participate in the competition and for sharing your gifts to

contribute to our community.

With my warmest regards,

Chuck Edwards,

Member of Congress.