Articles written by Sen. Jim Inhofe


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  • Democrats are only growing our debt, not the economy

    Sen. Jim Inhofe|Oct 3, 2021

    Ever since President Biden took office, Democrats have made clear their intent to go on a reckless taxing and spending spree. Earlier this year, they passed $2 trillion in so-called relief spending that was supposed to grow the economy, but it has only grown our national debt. Republicans warned that excessive spending could lead to rampant inflation, and it has. According to a Fox News poll, 86 percent of Americans are concerned about inflation, and 79 percent say the government’s economic agenda is making things worse. Not even a year into h...

  • Republicans keep promise to make 114th Congress productive for Americans

    U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe|Oct 23, 2016

    Republicans have been focused on restoring transparency and regular order in the 114th Congress. Despite having a Democratic White House, we’ve overcome many odds and moved forward many priorities that you have been contacting me about over the years. Here is a brief look back at what we’ve accomplished: The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA), which addresses the opioid epidemic ravaging our nation, became law this year. Unfortunately, Oklahoma knows this problem too well. In 2014 we lost 864 residents to overdose deaths. CARA exp...