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Senator Banks Introduces Bill to Prevent Tariff Evasion

WASHINGTON, D.C, – Last week, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Axing Nonmarket Tariff Evasion (ANTE) Act. This legislation aims to stop countries like Communist China from dodging U.S. tariffs by shifting production to third-party countries. The bill gives the U.S. Trade Representative new tools to detect and prevent tariff evasion that undercuts American workers and floods the market with artificially cheap goods. Representative Jodey Arrington (TX-19) is leading the bill in the House. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Communist China shouldn’t be able to dodge U.S. tariffs by slapping a ‘Made in Mexico’ label on their products. My bill closes loopholes and stops the

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Senator Banks Introduces the No Loan Forgiveness for Terrorists Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the No Loan Forgiveness for Terrorists Act. This bill prevents students from receiving credit for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) while working at organizations that engage in illegal activities. The legislation works to codify an executive order from President Trump that would end taxpayer-funded student loan forgiveness for students that participate in illegal, anti-American behavior. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to pay student loans for radicals who aid terrorists, mutilate children, or promote illegal immigration. This bill codifies President Trump’s order to stop subsidizing anti-American extremism.” Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) is an original cosponsor. Key Provisions of the No Loan Forgiveness for

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Senator Banks’ Remarks on Golden Dome, President Trump’s Tariffs in the Oval Office

Click image above to watch full clip WASHINGTON, D.C, – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined President Trump in the Oval Office for the announcement of the “Golden Dome” and delivered remarks on how the program and President Trump’s tariffs are benefiting Hoosiers. On Indiana’s Role in Building the Golden Dome: “Your legacy with Space Force, Mr. President is already big but the Golden Dome is going to be an even bigger legacy for our country and Indiana is going to help you make it. The space satellites that are made in Fort Wayne, Indiana by L3Harris. All the work done at Crane Navy base

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