Thom Tillis
RThe latest reporting suggests this strategic snafu may have occurred more locally within DOD Starshield systems, not with Starlink or SpaceX. I’m not holding my breath for Defense Secretary Hegseth to offer transparency, so we’ll be asking the DOD Inspector General to initiate an investigation and report back to Congress and the American People. Meanwhile, both Ukrainian civilians and U.S. diplomatic and security personnel were placed at unnecessary risk and without warning. At best, this was an unacceptable error or lapse, and at worst a conscience decision to clear the field for a Russian attack.
.@elonmusk please tell me these overnight disruptions to Starlink terminals in Ukraine were unintended - that @SpaceX is doing everything it can to fix a temporary glitch. I'm confident this does not reflect a change in SpaceX policy because if so, intentionally degrading Ukraine's ability to defend itself might be construed as aiding and abetting a mass murderer. Can you confirm that's not SpaceX’s intent? Ukrainians simply want to live in peace. They did not ask Putin to bomb their homes, schools and hospitals. They do not want Putin to kidnap and brainwash their children. They are not interested in destroying energy infrastructure - in Ukraine or in Russia. They only want to defend their country and live their lives. Supporting Ukrainian sovereignty - or at the very least, allowing for it - should not be a gray area for the U.S. government or for American corporations. Can you clarify the SpaceX position? https://t.co/cPtszYRzSz
We should be holding Putin accountable for his aggression, not helping fund his war against Ukraine. That’s why I joined my colleagues in calling on the administration to reverse course on Russian diesel imports and uphold the sanctions Congress put in place. https://t.co/IaBEhuiPpD
Following recent heavy rainfall across North Carolina, my team and I are closely monitoring rising water levels and local flood warnings in the mountains. With our communities still rebuilding after the catastrophic impacts of Helene, we know how vulnerable these areas remain. Please follow instructions from local emergency management, avoid flooded roadways, and stay safe.
Hasan should face the death penalty, but making his execution public and streaming it? Beyond disgusting. Public executions are what oppressive dictatorships like Iran and Afghanistan do. It should not be happening in America.
Today, we remember the innocent lives lost in Hamas’ horrific attack on Israel three years ago. We must never forget the evil we witnessed on Oct. 7 or the pain so many families continue to bear. I remain committed to standing with our friend and ally Israel and supporting its right to defend itself.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, the Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution led by U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC), co-founder and co-chair of the Senate Mental Health Caucus and a member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and Angus King (I-ME) designating Sept. 30, 2026, as National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day. The Tillis-King resolution encourages the public, veteran service organizations, community partners, and health care providers to raise awareness of veteran suicide prevention and the resources available to veterans in crisis. “Our veterans have sacrificed everything to defend our freedoms, and we owe them our unwavering commitment to ensure they have access to the care and resources they need during and after their service,” said Senator Tillis. “I thank my colleagues for their overwhelming bipartisan support in establishing National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day. I am proud to have co-led this effort to raise awareness of veteran suicide, connect veterans with lifesaving resources, and ensure those who served our nation know they are never alone.” “National Veterans Suicide Prevention Day is a solemn reminder of our responsibility to the veterans we have lost, and to the families who carry their memory forward,” said Senator King. “Their experiences demonstrate the critical importance of early support and reliable access to care. We remain committed to strengthening the systems that provide veterans and their loved ones with effective and compassionate services.” Joining Senators Tillis and King as cosponsors for this resolution are Senators Alan Armstrong (R-OK), John Boozman (R-AR), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Rick Scott (R-FL), Tim Sheehy (R-MT), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Tim Scott (R-SC), Mark Warner (D-VA), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), John Fetterman (D-PA), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Patty Murray (D-WA), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Jack Reed (D-RI), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Gary Peters (D-MI), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Bernie Sanders (D-VT), Alex Padilla (D-CA), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Cory Booker (D-NJ). The bipartisan resolution has been endorsed by the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), and Tragedy Assistance Programs for Survivors (TAPS). If you or someone you know needs immediate mental health support, please dial 988. ###
Great news for Western North Carolina! As an original cosponsor of the Great American Outdoors Act, I’m proud to have helped secure the funding for this $100 million investment to restore 75 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway, supporting visitors and local communities. https://t.co/jwdR88CyqU
Congratulations to Brian S. Meyers and Philip L. Aubart on their nominations to serve as District Court Judges for North Carolina’s Eastern and Middle Districts. Both are highly qualified attorneys who respect the rule of law and are committed to upholding the Constitution. I am confident they will serve the people of North Carolina with integrity and distinction. I thank President Trump for nominating them and look forward to working with @SenTedBuddNC to advance their nominations and secure their confirmation by the full Senate.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Ted Budd (R-NC) applauded President Trump’s nominations of Brian S. Meyers to serve as a U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina and Philip L. Aubart to serve as a U.S. District Judge for the Middle District of North Carolina. Both nominees were recommended by Senators Tillis and Budd. “Congratulations to Brian S. Meyers and Philip L. Aubart on their nominations to serve as District Court Judges for North Carolina’s Eastern and Middle Districts,” said Senator Tillis. “Both are highly qualified attorneys who respect the rule of law and are committed to upholding the Constitution. I am confident they will serve the people of North Carolina with integrity and distinction. I thank President Trump for nominating them and look forward to working with Senator Budd to advance their nominations and secure their confirmation by the full Senate.” “Identifying highly qualified and strong constitutionalist nominees to serve as federal judges in North Carolina is a responsibility I take very seriously. I am confident that Phil Aubart, nominee for U.S. District Judge for the Middle District of North Carolina, and Brian Meyers, nominee for U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina, both possess the sound judgment necessary to uphold the U.S. Constitution and laws of the United States, and will serve the people of North Carolina with distinction. Both Phil and Brian have built distinguished and respected legal careers, and I know that they will be exemplary additions to the district courts,” said Senator Budd. Background: Brian S. Meyers currently serves as a U.S. Magistrate Judge in the Eastern District of North Carolina. Magistrate Judge Meyers previously served as Executive Assistant to the United States Attorney for the Eastern District, where he was the Chief of staff and Counsel to then-United States Attorney Robert J. Higdon, Jr. Philip L. Aubart currently serves as the First Assistant for the Unites States Attorney in the Eastern District of North Carolina and as the Army Reserve Major for the Judge Advocate General’s Corps. Mr. Aubart previously served as Assistant United State Attorney in the Violent Crimes Section, where he was responsible for driving violent crime strategy across the entire district. ###
I commend the Office of Inspector General for its comprehensive analysis of the Fed’s renovation costs. While the report makes clear there was no fraud or criminal wrongdoing by the Fed or any member of the Board, it also makes clear there should have been better procedures and project management expertise for a project of this scale. The entire federal government, from the executive branch to entities with statutory independence like the Fed, has an obligation to be transparent and good stewards of taxpayer dollars. I appreciate Chair Warsh’s commitment to both protecting Fed independence and inviting Congressional oversight.
Thank you to @NCDOT and all the crews working around the clock to reopen roads and keep North Carolinians moving safely.
On the second anniversary of Helene, we remember the lives lost and the families whose lives were forever changed. Western North Carolina has made great strides in recovery, thanks to the resilience of its people and those who have stood beside them. But much work remains. I will continue fighting to ensure North Carolinians are not forgotten and that WNC receives the support it needs to be made whole again.
Happy birthday to my friend, Chairman @ChuckGrassley! It is an honor to serve alongside you. Wishing you a wonderful day.
Inflation is hurting working families across North Carolina and our nation. The Fed made the right decision yesterday to unanimously raise rates, and I thank Chairman Warsh for his leadership and displaying the independence needed to get prices under control for everyday Americans.
This is not the end for the Clarity Act. We've made substantial bipartisan progress in large part because of the White House. This procedural motion allows us to continue working towards a positive outcome.
Congratulations to @CissieGLynch on her nomination to serve as the U.S. Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom. President Trump made an excellent choice in selecting a North Carolinian who understands the importance of defending religious freedom at home and around the world.
President Trump is right: communism is an inhuman ideology that brings only death and destruction. Vladimir Putin is the latest authoritarian carrying forward that brutal Soviet legacy, aligning with Iran and North Korea to undermine democracy. We have seen the savagery of that ambition firsthand in Ukraine. "Win-win" strategies work in the private sector, but there is no middle ground between freedom and totalitarian aggression. We cannot accommodate a dictator bent on destroying sovereign democracies. American strength and resolve are the only answers.
In the aftermath of September 11th, our NATO Allies invoked Article 5 for the first time in history to answer the call to defend freedom. We will never forget the 2,459 American servicemembers and 1,100 coalition servicemembers, including 457 from the UK and 158 from Canada, who made the ultimate sacrifice serving in Afghanistan. America remains forever grateful to Allies for answering the call and for their sacrifice.
25 years ago, our nation was forever changed. Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, honor the heroes who answered the call and pray for the families who carry that loss. We will never forget. 🇺🇸
As we approach the 25th anniversary of September 11th, I am reminded of the remarkable story of Operation Yellow Ribbon. When American airspace closed after the attacks, more than 6,500 stranded travelers were welcomed by the people of Gander, Newfoundland who housed and fed them until the crisis was over. In our darkest hour, our Canadian neighbors demonstrated extraordinary compassion.
Susan and I are praying for the brave CMPD officer shot in the line of duty this morning, their family and the entire CMPD community. We are grateful the officer is in stable condition and wish them a full and speedy recovery.
I thank @SecArmy Dan Driscoll for his leadership to our Army and service to our country. Dan was the right man at the right moment to lead our Soldiers and Army civilians. Our understanding and assumptions of warfare are being challenged in places like Ukraine and Iran, and Dan understands the old way of doing business no longer applies. He and General George began a transformative period of innovation in how we array our forces and equip our Soldiers. He challenged our legacy approach to manning and procurement. Most of all, he cared deeply about the men and women in our Army formations and quickly earned their respect. If we had a @SecWar who maintained the same priorities and forward-thinking, he would be fighting to retain talented leaders like Dan and the many flag officers he has forced into retirement. Instead, he is creating a leadership void at the top of our military ranks. I served on Senate Armed Services for 8 years and as chair or ranking member of the Personnel and Readiness subcommittee. I have never witnessed more inept management of the brave men and women who serve our country. He is intimidated by competence and retreats to ginning up culture wars instead of soberly attending to the vital work of our national defense and the health and well-being of our fighting force. I urge the President to find a new leader at the Pentagon who will retain and empower our military talent rather than diminish it. https://t.co/M58gSjtpCr
Big win for Beaufort and coastal North Carolina: NOAA’s historic Beaufort Laboratory is being rebuilt. I was proud to secure $64 million for the new facility, keeping world-class marine research in North Carolina for generations to come. https://t.co/qTdZPKxkDs
America has lost a true national treasure. Dolly Parton’s extraordinary talent was matched only by her kindness, generosity and devotion to others. Susan and I are praying for the Parton family and all who loved her. May she rest in peace.