WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act. The bill would allow local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities and would pull taxpayer-funded grants to sanctuary cities. Senator Jim Banks: “For four years, Joe Biden knowingly allowed an invasion on our southern border, giving criminal aliens free range to wreak havoc across the U.S. Cities that protect these criminals are putting lawbreaking foreigners ahead of the American people. Senator Cruz’s bill addresses the insanity of ‘sanctuary cities’ head on by making sure they’re not rewarded for undermining American security.” Senator

COLUMBIA CITY, IND. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) released the following statement on today’s meeting between President Trump, Vice President Vance and Ukrainian President Zelensky: “Today was a powerful moment that reminds us what a strong American President looks like. I’m proud of President Trump for not backing down from those who take advantage of America. His offer stands to Zelensky to come back when he’s serious about peace. In the meantime, don’t disrespect America.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Defund NPR Act, which amends section 396 of the Communications Act (47 U.S.C. 396), ensuring no federal funds, direct or indirect, support NPR, including dues or programming purchases. Sen. Banks (R-Ind.): “Taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to fund NPR’s liberal propaganda. If NPR can’t stay afloat without government funding, that tells you all you need to know about the quality of their news.” Rep. Kat Cammack (FL-03) “I’m glad to join my longtime friend, Senator Banks, in introducing the Defund NPR Act in the House. Last Congress, the Energy & Commerce Committee held a hearing