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February 9, 2018
A Betrayal of Limited-Government Conservatism
Last night, Congress passed a continuing resolution (CR) that will keep the federal government funded through March 23. This is the fifth Continuing Resolution of the fiscal year—a sixth may be needed before March 23, since both parties have agreed to begin debate on an immigration bill next week.
February 2, 2018
Against Nationalizing 5G
5G, or 5th Generation, is the next step in wireless spectrum. It will likely be faster, more efficient, and could lead to advancements that allow for self-driving cars, drones, and virtual reality. And the government is thinking of nationalizing it.
February 2, 2018
The State of Our Union is Strong
This Tuesday President Trump delivered the first State of the Union of the 45th presidency of the United States and he was privileged to accurately report that the state of our union is strong. The United States economy grew at an annual rate of 2.3 percent in 2017, and growth exceeded 2016 levels in every quarter. Unemployment fell from 4.7 percent in January 2017 to 4.1 percent this month. And wages grew 2.9 percent in 2017, a level not seen since 2009.
February 2, 2018
Sen. Lee Statement on Passing of Jon Huntsman Sr.
From humble beginnings to hard-earned professional success, Jon Huntsman Sr. exemplified the American Dream. He touched thousands through his philanthropic work, including founding Utah’s Huntsman Cancer Institute, and consistently looked for ways to serve his fellow man. He was a great American, and his legacy will be felt for years to come. My heart goes out to his family at home and abroad.
January 29, 2018
Floor Speech on the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act
Mr. President, Right now, the United States is one of just seven countries in the whole world that allow elective abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy. And we are not in good company. Of the other six countries that allow elective abortions at that late stage, half are authoritarian communist countries with horrible records on human rights.
January 29, 2018
Further Thoughts on Volunteerism Trends and Data Issues

In an analysis last year, Volunteerism in America, the Social Capital Project found that rates of volunteerism have either held steady or risen over the past forty years—a rare indicator of the health of our associational life that has not worsened over the period. Our initial report, What We Do Together, also highlighted the increase in hours of volunteering per person over time.

January 26, 2018
The Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act
At twenty weeks past conception a baby can sleep and wake in the womb. She can suck her thumb, make faces, and see light filtering in through the womb. And by 20 weeks, if not before, science suggests that baby can also feel pain.
January 26, 2018
One Weird Trick To End Government Shutdowns
A week ago, the government shuttered its doors. For roughly 68 hours, the men and women of our armed services did not know when they would receive their next paycheck. When the government reopened, it was because Congress passed and the President signed a Continuing Resolution (CR) that allowed the government to be funded – but only for three weeks. And the CR passed this Monday was needed because the four-week CR before that ran out. And that CR was preceded by another CR that passed right before Christmas.
January 23, 2018
Remarks to the National Association of Evangelicals-Christian Student Leadership Conference
I’d like to start by thanking the National Association of Evangelicals for inviting me to speak. It is heartening to see so many young Christians who are engaged with their faith as well as public controversies-and so early in the morning, too. This conference is a unique opportunity for you to learn about the serious challenges facing our country, and how Christians can respond to them.
January 19, 2018
Are All Men Created Equal, Or Are Some More Equal Than Others?
Mr. President, today hundreds of thousands of Americans from all walks of life will participate in the 45th annual March for Life. Why do these citizens march, year after year? It certainly isn’t for their health. Or for the media coverage. No, these Americans march on behalf of those who cannot.