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Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) released the following statement after the State of the Union Address from President Donald Trump:  

“President Trump's State of the Union was a reminder that when policies are focused on better outcomes for American families and workers, our country thrives. 

“The American Dream is coming back for working people because the Republican agenda is delivering real results. The Working Families Tax Cuts created a fairer, more efficient tax system, and families are seeing the impact where it matters most: in a stronger economy, bigger paychecks, and more affordable everyday costs. From lower energy bills to a simpler tax-filing process, life is becoming more affordable, and Republicans are leading the way.  

“As President Trump stated, the flow of fentanyl across our borders is down 56 percent in just one year. I am proud that my legislation, introduced with Rep. Morgan Griffith, the HALT Fentanyl Act, was signed into law last July to protect American communities by cracking down on deadly fentanyl substances and saving lives. Illicit fentanyl is a weapon of mass destruction and this law is already making a real difference.

“Our economy continues to gain strength, with 172,000 new private-sector jobs added in January 2026 alone, clear proof that pro-growth, pro-worker policies are working. Our health care system has been streamlined, reducing waste, fraud, and abuse left by the Biden Administration and we’ve strengthened Medicaid. Since the beginning of this year, Republicans have delivered meaningful action to lower health care costs for Americans, including the launch of TrumpRx and passing the most Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBM) reforms ever enacted to date. At the same time, our borders are more secure, and law and order are being enforced so Americans can feel safe in their communities.  

“Alongside President Trump, Republicans in Congress have slashed the far-left energy agenda that drove up prices under the Biden Administration, and as a result, will save the average American household $2,900 in 2026. Costly subsidies and regulations aimed at eliminating natural gas and coal have weakened our nation’s energy supply, increased utility rates, and undermined energy reliability. By unleashing American energy dominance, we are strengthening our energy security, keeping the lights on, and lowering costs for families across the country. 

“President Trump secured our borders on the first day of his Administration by making clear that illegal immigration would be stopped and that Biden-era open-border policies would not be tolerated.

“As we continue to celebrate our nation’s semiquincentennial, we are reminded that the United States of America remains the greatest place in the world to live, work, and raise a family. When we stand united, our communities are stronger and more prosperous.”