Proud to join the @Missouri_NG in celebrating 200 years of Jefferson Barracks, the oldest operational military installation west of the Mississippi River. From serving as our nation’s first infantry school to supporting our military today, Jefferson Barracks has helped shape American history. What an incredible legacy of service and a proud piece of Missouri history!

Honored to speak at @FoldsofHonor Friday during the @StifelCC as we recognize the sacrifices of our military heroes, first responders, and their families. Grateful for organizations like Folds of Honor that help provide educational opportunities to the families of our fallen and disabled heroes.

Great visit to Boiling Springs Campground along the beautiful Gasconade River. This is Missouri outdoor recreation at its finest, a wonderful destination for families to make memories, enjoy nature, and experience everything the Ozarks have to offer. Places like Boiling Springs remind us why Missouri is such a special place to live, work, and explore!

Honored to address our nation’s newest soldiers at Fort Leonard Wood as they graduate from Basic Combat Training. These brave men and women answered the call to serve something greater than themselves, carrying forward a proud tradition of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. Missouri is proud of each of you, and our nation is stronger because of your willingness to serve. God bless our troops and God bless America!

You don't have to look overseas for everyday quality. Hand-poured candles, durable leather goods, custom woodworking, and Missouri-milled apparel are made right down the road. Upgrade your home with products built to last by Missouri hands. Browse home goods at BuyMissouri.net #BuyMo

Great to visit @chocolateSTL in St. Louis, where the Abel family has been crafting delicious chocolates since 1981. Family-owned businesses like this are the backbone of Missouri’s economy, creating jobs and supporting our communities. Proud to celebrate the hardworking Missourians making worldclass products right here in the Show-Me State!

When Little League needs a sponsor or the local school holds an auction, who steps up? It’s our hometown small business owners. They invest in our towns every single day, now it’s our turn to invest in them. Celebrate #BuyMissouriWeek by swinging by your local downtown square or ordering from a Missouri artisan today. #BuyMo

Missouri doesn't just produce goods; we build the backbone of America. Across the Show-me State, Missouri workers are crafting top-tier windows, steel trailers, heavy tools, and outdoor equipment trusted nationwide. Buying Missouri means backing the men and women who punch the clock every day in our workshops and factory floors. Discover our local manufacturers at BuyMissouri.net #BuyMo

Today, we celebrate Columbus Day and the spirit of discovery, courage, and faith that built Western civilization. We stand proud of our heritage and the foundational values of this nation.

Sunday dinner tastes a lot better when it’s grown and made right here in Missouri. From family-owned orchards and honey farms to world-class beef, cheeses, and barbecue sauces, Missouri producers put food on our tables and pride in our state. Stock your pantry with the best our state has to offer this week. Check out food and beverage producers at BuyMissouri.net #BuyMo

Today kicks off #BuyMissouriWeek! From the bootheel to the rolling hills of the northwest, Missouri is home to some of the finest craftsmen, growers, and manufacturers in the world. When you buy Missouri, your hard-earned dollars stay right here at home, fueling local jobs and strengthening our Main Streets. This week, take the pledge to shop local first. Explore hundreds of homegrown makers at BuyMissouri.net #BuyMo

Glad to take part in the Defending the Homeland Crossroads Exchange and highlight the service, sacrifice, and continued leadership of Missouri’s veterans and military families. Our veterans strengthen communities across Missouri long after their military service ends, and their experience and leadership remain an important part of keeping our state and nation strong.

Missouri was built by people who work with their hands. On National Manufacturing Day, we celebrate the innovators, machinists, and builders who make 'Made in Missouri' a badge of honor. Let’s bring our supply chains home!

Proud to join @MoElectricCoops at their state convention yesterday. Reliable, affordable power is essential to strong communities, a growing economy, and Missouri’s future. Our co-ops play a critical role in delivering it to families, farms, and businesses across rural Missouri.

Great to join the Highway 36 Heritage Alliance in Macon to talk about the opportunities driving growth across northern Missouri. From tourism and historic attractions to agriculture, small businesses, and new investment, the Highway 36 corridor has a lot to offer. I am proud to support the communities working to bring more visitors, more jobs, and more economic opportunity to this part of our state.

Today we honor the American heroes who were prisoners of war and those who never came home. We remember their courage, their sacrifice, and the families who still carry the weight of their absence. Missouri will never forget them, and our nation must always remain committed to bringing every missing service member home.

I was proud to join hundreds of volunteers in St. Louis for the 9/11 Day of Service. Together, we packed over 400,000 meals for the @STLFoodbank to help local families in need. Turning loss into service shows what Missourians are all about. Thank you to everyone who showed up for their neighbors. Let’s keep honoring those we lost by looking out for each other.

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Twenty-five years ago, our nation was attacked and nearly 3,000 innocent lives were taken on September 11, 2001. Today, we remember the victims, honor the first responders who ran toward danger, and stand with the families who still carry that loss. We will never forget their sacrifice, and we will never forget the strength and unity America showed in the days that followed.