The terrorist attacks in Israel last October were a warning about how dangerous the world is becoming. If America recedes, bad actors will feel empowered to fill the vacuum. 

Iran facilitates the actions of Hamas, as well as other groups intent on destroying Israel.
The United States should be restricting Iran’s access to currency abroad. Instead, the Biden Administration is expanding it, all while continuing to share limited information with Congress and the American people on a strategy to restore deterrence in the Middle East.

I recently joined a group of senators in sending a letter to Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen and Secretary of State Antony Blinken raising our concerns that the latest Iran sanctions waiver makes sanctioned Iranian funds – which could be used for terrorism – more accessible to the Iranian regime. This action disregards congressional intent calling for severe restrictions on payments to Iran.

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Updates from Grissom Regional Defense Alliance

I appreciated hearing updates from members of the Grissom Regional Defense Alliance about their great work and the 434th Air Refueling Wing, located at Grissom Air Reserve Base. The Alliance is focused on growth and expansion of the defense industry throughout North Central Indiana. Read more here.

Hoosier Veterans Visit Washington

Earlier this week, I met with Hoosier veterans visiting Washington with Honor Flight of Chicago. It is always an honor to welcome veterans to the monuments in DC that are dedicated to their service. We owe a debt of gratitude to these Hoosier heroes for the selfless sacrifices they made for our nation.

Countering the EPA's Proposed Ban on Formaldehyde

I recently joined with members of the Indiana delegation in sending a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on the impact of the newly released draft risk evaluation for formaldehyde on critical industries in our state. The EPA’s proposal would establish a de facto ban on formaldehyde manufacturing, which would hurt Hoosier families and workers, and disproportionately affect the production and accessibility of EpiPens, metered dose inhalers, seatbelts, electric toothbrushes, crop protection products, wood furniture, and funeral home services. 

Congress and the Biden Administration should encourage the expansion of America’s critical manufacturing sectors, instead of hindering it. Read more here.

High school students interested in learning more about America’s service academies are invited to participate in my upcoming virtual Academy Day on Monday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m. ET. This virtual meeting is an opportunity to learn more about the admissions process and what life is like at the United States Military Academy, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, and the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Representatives from each academy will be on hand to answer questions.

For more information, please email academy_nominations@young.senate.gov or visit my website.

Local News

AM 1050: Senator Young & colleagues demand transparency from Biden Administration following release of additional Iranian funds

Ripon Advance: Young’s bipartisan bill aims to bolster U.S. energy production

Northwest Indiana Times: South Korean company plans $4 billion facility for West Lafayette

Ripon Advance: Young, GOP colleagues question Biden administration on newest sanctions waiver for Iran

Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly: April 10 - Sen. Todd Young visits Singapore, Vietnam

Thank you for the continued privilege to serve you in the U.S. Senate. My mission is to fight on behalf of Hoosiers and the interests that are unique to our state. I look forward to working with you, and sharing our progress, in the days ahead. 

In Service,