Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on Veterans Day: "One hundred years ago today, the Great War came to an end. We are forever indebted to those who fought against tyranny and evil in that war and all those who fought before them. That's why today we honor the service of all our veterans; the brave men and women who put our freedom ahead of all else in times of war and in times of peace. Their strength, bravery, and patriotism sustain our... Read More

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) released the following statement after President Donald Trump issued a proclamation earlier today concerning asylum for migrants illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border: "I applaud the administration's efforts to fix our broken asylum system. Individuals with valid asylum claims should apply in their home countries or a safe third country, not by showing up at our border. We will not let anyone take advantage of America's generosity by... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after the Department of Justice and the Drug Enforcement Agency responded to his September 12, 2018 inquiry on the sale of morphine-laced unwashed poppy seeds which resulted in the death of Stephen Hacala Jr. from Fayetteville, Arkansas: "I'm pleased that the Department of Justice, and the Drug Enforcement Agency confirmed that they are investigating the unlawful sale of morphine-laced raw poppy seeds. They... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of the Treasury Steve Mnuchin announced new sanctions on Iran: "Today's sanctions are another important step in our efforts to punish Iran's outlaw regime and pressure the ayatollahs to change their ways. I look forward to continuing to work with the administration to reduce Iran‘s oil exports and to cut off the ayatollahs from the global economy." Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on reports that National Security Advisor John Bolton is urging President Trump to withdraw from the intermediate-range nuclear forces treaty: "The INF treaty was rightly viewed as a remarkable achievement by President Reagan when it was ratified over 30 years ago. But today, the Russians are openly cheating, and the Chinese are stockpiling missiles because they're not bound by it at all. I've long called... Read More

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) issued the following statement after the release of Pastor Andrew Brunson: "I am pleased to see that Pastor Brunson will finally be free to return safely to American soil. His release is long overdue, and the Turkish government never should have detained him in the first place. Thankfully, this administration has made it clear that the U.S. will not ignore the plight of Americans held hostage abroad." Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353     Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) introduced the Honoring our Heroes Act of 2018, a bill that would allow all Medal of Honor recipients and prisoners of war who are eligible for burial at Arlington National Cemetery to receive a full military honors burial ceremony with an escort. Currently, full military honors with an escort are reserved for commissioned officers, warrant... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on Google's decision to drop their bid for the Department of Defense's cloud contract: "This is sadly not the first time Google has refused to work with the United States military, while still entertaining the authoritarian demands of the Chinese Communist Party. I hope Google takes a long, hard look at their so-called ‘principles.' They ought to remember they're an American company and reconsider... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. — Earlier today, the United Nations’ International Court of Justice (ICJ) told the United States to lift some sanctions on Iran, including those that affect imports of goods and services linked to civil aviation. Immediately following the court order, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced that the United States would be withdrawing from the 1955 Treaty of Amity with... Read More

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) released the following statement earlier this morning concerning Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the Supreme Court:   “The Democrats are engaged in a campaign of delay and character assassination against Judge Kavanaugh. It’s time to vote this week.” Read More

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Congressman Marsha Blackburn (TN-07) introduced the No Early Release for Fentanyl Traffickers Act, a bill that would prevent high-level fentanyl traffickers from qualifying for early-release credits.   “Fentanyl traffickers, who killed more than 20,000 Americans last year, should not be eligible for reduced sentencing,” said Senator Cotton. “Given fentanyl’s incredible capability for the destruction of human... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on Senate passage of the FY19 defense appropriations bill: "Fully funding our military before the start of the fiscal year allows our troops to keep their attention on the wide range of threats we face. This funding lays the necessary groundwork to check China's technological investments and to modernize our nuclear deterrent against Russia. Now, Congress must look ahead to next year to stop sequestration... Read More

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR) and John Boozman (R-AR) and Congressman French Hill (AR-02) announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is awarding a grant of $5,709,990 for costs associated with expansion and improvement of the Arkansas Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock.  The grant will fund the construction of 2,000 columbarium niches, 106 pre-placed crypts, roadways, storage room, Honor Guard room, irrigation, landscaping, and supporting... Read More

Washington, D.C. — Earlier today, the National Labor Relations Board proposed a joint-employer rule that would reverse the board’s 2015 Browning-Ferris decision. The rule may be found here. After the rule’s publication, Senator Tom Cotton (R- Arkansas) released the following statement:   “By reversing the Obama-era Browning-Ferris standard, the National Labor Relations Board’s proposed rule returns to the time-honored... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on President Trump's Executive Order that would impose sanctions against foreign entities, individuals, and governments that interfere in U.S. elections: "This Executive Order signals to foreign adversaries that might try to influence or undermine our elections that we will not tolerate such interference and will impose high penalties for it. I commend the administration for announcing these measures as we... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Acting Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Administration Uttam Dhillon urging them to do more to stop the sale of morphine-laced unwashed poppy seeds, an apparent violation of the Controlled Substances Act that is causing an increasing number of deaths. He asks the Department of Justice and the Drug Enforcement Administration to answer three questions about current policy on unwashed... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after the U.S. refused to certify a Russian plane for the Open Skies Treaty: "It's rich for Russia to protest this decision when it routinely restricts surveillance flights over Kaliningrad and other areas. The Open Skies Treaty is out of date and favors Russia, and the best way forward is to leave it. " Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the 17th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001: "September 11 is a solemn anniversary, because 17 years later, we still remember the pain of that day. But just as we mourn all the innocent lives lost, we also remember the heroism of our first responders, who rushed to the aid of their fellow Americans. Out of the ashes of a terrible tragedy arose a strength and unity that the whole... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the passing of Senator John McCain: "John McCain was an American original. Tough, independent, and outspoken, he was captured, but he never surrendered. The inner strength he showed in the Hanoi Hilton shone through during his 36 years in the Congress. Wherever one stands on the political spectrum-and most people had occasion to stand both with and against this maverick-John McCain was a passionate... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Congressman Rick Crawford (R-Arkansas) today applauded the news that Iraq will buy 30,000 metric tons of rice from the United States. "I told the Iraqi ambassador multiple times that his country would benefit from opening its market to Arkansas rice, and I'm pleased to see this deal finally come through. Arkansas rice is second to none, and I'm confident we'll find many more customers in this promising new market," said... Read More