Bowling Green Today

Rep. Brett Guthrie, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Kentucky’s 2nd district, recently shared a series of tweets addressing pressing issues and commemorating National Miners Day. Guthrie, who has been in office since 2009 after succeeding Ron Lewis, expressed his views on topics ranging from border security to energy production and support for individuals with Down Syndrome.

On December 6, 2024, Rep. Guthrie commented on the state of the U.S.-Mexico border, describing it as a "serious humanitarian crisis." He stated that "criminal illegal aliens" are entering the country and highlighted concerns over child smuggling incidents such as the case of a "5-year-old recently found in Texas." He emphasized the need to regain operational control of the border. The full tweet can be viewed here.

Later that day, Rep. Guthrie acknowledged National Miners Day by honoring those who contribute to energy production in America. He praised Kentucky miners for their role in achieving American energy dominance and thanked them for their hard work in keeping the economy active. His remarks were shared via Twitter here.

In another post on December 6, 2024, Rep. Guthrie discussed his meeting with representatives from the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and Down Syndrome of Louisville. He reaffirmed his support for the DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act aimed at improving conditions for individuals with Down Syndrome in Kentucky. Details about this meeting were shared here.