Today, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole met with former President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the America First agenda and Republican priorities for the upcoming 119th Congress.

Chairman Cole expressed his views on the meeting, stating, "Visionary leadership will put the nation back on track. Sitting beside President Trump this weekend, our conversation centered on conservative values to renew American greatness." The discussions covered spending priorities, cutting waste, reconciliation plans, and the debt ceiling.

Cole emphasized his readiness to collaborate with Trump and his administration. "I made clear of my readiness to partner with the incoming President and his administration to advance the America First agenda, which begins with securing our borders and revitalizing pro-growth economic policies," he said.

He described the meeting as a strong start towards building a cooperative relationship aimed at enhancing safety and prosperity in the United States. "It was a powerful and unifying start. I trust in President Trump’s direction and am grateful for his time," Cole added.

The meeting lays a foundation for future collaboration between Cole and Trump as they work towards their shared goals for America's future.