Marine Caucus

Senator Roberts, the most senior Marine in the Congress, created the Senate Marine Corps Caucus, which held its first meeting this month. The caucus will focus on issues related to the unique war-fighting capabilities of the Marine Corps, including the safety, security, training, and wellness of the Corps.

“It is a privilege and honor to serve my fellow Marines in the U.S. Senate, and I’m honored to establish this group to focus on the unique mission our Marines play in our national security,” said Roberts. “It is important that every senator understands the issues important to the Marine Corps and its value to our national security. Today’s caucus meeting only strengthens the support our Marines have here in Congress.”

The breakfast meeting was attended by Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Joseph F. Dunford and caucus members. Roberts is one of three Marines in the U.S. Senate, along with Sens. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) who serve as co-chairmen of the caucus. Members include Sens. John Boozman (R-Ark.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), James Inhofe (R-Iowa), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), John Thune (R-S.D.), and Mark Warner (D-Va.).

Cuba

While the House and the Senate continue to debate trade legislation, Senator Roberts traveled to Cuba to see firsthand the challenges to establishing normal trade and diplomatic relations with the U.S.  As Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee and as a member of the Senate Finance Committee, Roberts has always called for greater access to new markets for America’s farmers and ranchers and other exporters. Senator Roberts had the opportunity to meet with Cuban Minister of International Affairs for the Ministry of Agriculture Juan José León Vega, (pictured below) among many others.

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This Thursday the committee will hold a hearing on Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) and trade retaliation.

Honor Flight, McPherson Students, 931 Air Refueling Group

Senator Roberts met with the North Central Kansas Honor Flight on their trip to Washington. Here they are gathered in the Capitol Visitor’s Center by the replica of the Statue of Freedom.

Senator Roberts met with Colonel Mark Larson, the Commander of the 931st Air Refueling Group out of McConnell Air Force Base to celebrate the exciting news that they will grow by 400 Reservists to become an Air Refueling Wing in 2016. Congratulations to all the hardworking airmen at McConnell on this much deserved decision.

Senator Roberts visited with students from McPherson touring the Capitol.
 

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