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[Bethesda Magazine | Bethesda Today @bethesda_today]

Police arrest 4 juveniles at Gaithersburg’s Summerfest

Machete, knives, replica handgun recovered during event at Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Today, after two years of advocating and fighting for children across the country, I will get to see my legislation signed into law by @potus.

When I introduced the Renewed Hope Act, I did it because I could not look away from the reality that 89,000 children are still waiting to be found — and that the investigators working around the clock to find them were severely outnumbered.

Today, that changes. This investment will put new analysts and investigators to work identifying those children and bringing their abusers to justice. I am grateful to @TimTebow and the @tebowfoundation for their tireless advocacy — their voice helped make this moment possible, and I look forward to watching these resources reach the hands of the law enforcement heroes who will use them to bring these children home.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Thousands of American heroes stormed the beaches of Normandy eighty-two years ago today. On June 6, 1944, they faced unimaginable odds with unbreakable courage and changed the course of history. Today, we pause to honor their extraordinary sacrifice, remember their valor, and ensure that the greatest generation is never forgotten.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Within the Secure America Act contains language from my bill, the Renewed Hope Act. More than 89,000 children depicted in child sexual abuse material remain unidentified.

We have a responsibility to find them and bring their predators to justice. For every child still waiting to be found, this is renewed hope.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

The SPLC has been colluding to fund, support, and conspire with the very organizations it claims to want to defeat.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

As hurricane season starts today, now is the time to make a plan. Floridians know all too well the challenges it can bring — that’s why preparing early is so important. Take the steps needed to keep yourself and your family safe this season. Disaster resources here:

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[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Thank you, @realdailywire, for bringing attention to this horrifying reality. The issue of online child exploitation and trafficking of children is sickening and happening right in front of our faces. That is why I have made it my mission in Congress to shed light on these issues and am proud to lead efforts like the Renewed Hope Act to strengthen these investigations and bring justice to young victims.

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[Rapid Response 47 @RapidResponse47]

"Today, the Department of Justice filed three federal charges in United States District Court against Cole Tomas Allen," says @DAGToddBlanche.

"The first count is attempted assassination of the President of the United States. This count is punishable by up to life in prison. The second count is interstate transportation of a firearm to commit a felony. This is punishable by up to 10 years in prison. And the third count is discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence, which is punishable by a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of 10 years, a maximum of life."

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

🚨Reminder: Secret Service has been unfunded for 72 days now.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Political violence must end. What happened at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a stark reminder that we must come together as a country, reject hatred and division, and reaffirm that violence has no place in America.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

I had a great meeting with the Hillsborough County School Board to discuss important legislative priorities for our schools and other issues impacting students, families, and educators across FL-15. I am especially grateful to have received a beautiful piece of artwork from one of our students in the district to display in my office.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

The theft of Holocaust era art was part of a horrific campaign to erase families, history, and identity. I’m proud to have led the HEAR Act to help survivors and their families pursue justice and reclaim what was wrongfully taken. Thank you to the Jewish Journal for recently highlighting this important work.
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[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Too many kids are being targeted by online predators hiding behind fake profiles. Especially during National Child Abuse Prevention Month, I am happy to highlight @DHSgov Know2Protect's mission to raise awareness that not everyone online is who they claim to be. https://t.co/gPgigVsOct

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Anyone holding public office needs to be held accountable to the people who sent them here. Today, I joined @EveningEdit to discuss the serious allegations involving Eric Swalwell. These claims must be fully investigated as criminal matters so that justice is served to the victims.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Yesterday was a very meaningful day, as the HEAR Act of 2025 was signed into law by @POTUS. This is a hopeful step forward for the families affected by the tragedies of the Holocaust, and I am thankful for the bipartisan effort put forward to make this happen.

https://t.co/fCp1hkz20e

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Reminder 🚨 Countries around the world require an ID to vote.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

The Constitution has a gap in it, and I have the solution to fix it. Thank you, @CommishSmith, for highlighting this issue.

Read more here👇
https://t.co/NxqfNv0rO1

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

Florida Farmers face new challenges every day. This winter was no exception. We witnessed historic losses statewide, marking one of the most damaging freeze events in decades. As Florida Farmers work to recover from the freeze that devastated crops across the district and our state, I have worked with our delegation and @SecRollins to proclaim a disaster declaration. On National Agriculture Day, we recognize and celebrate the farmers, ranchers, and producers who help feed America’s future.

[Congresswoman Laurel Lee @RepLaurelLee]

🚨My bill, the HEAR Act, has officially passed the House and is headed to the President’s desk.