The Trump 47 Agenda Begins: Katie Britt's Bold Leadership in the Senate

January 24, 2026 - It's rare in Washington these days to see courage in action. But every so often, a leader steps up, cuts through the noise, and reminds us why we fight. Enter Senator Katie Britt, the Alabama firebrand who just pulled off the impossible getting 12 Democrats to cross the aisle and vote for the Laken Riley Act. When President Donald J Trump signs the

Bill into law it will be the first for Trump 47.

Let me say that again. Twelve Democrats members of the same party that brought us open borders, fentanyl carnage, and sanctuary cities actually voted yes on a bill that cracks down on the Biden administration's reckless immigration policies supported by most of these same Democrats. That kind of bipartisan support is almost unheard of in today's hyper-partisan Senate. And yet, Katie made it happen.

The Laken Riley Act, named in honor of the 22-year-old nursing student brutally murdered by an illegal alien, is a commonsense law-and-order bill that should never have been controversial in the first place. It simply requires federal authorities to detain and deport illegal immigrants who have been arrested for crimes-a no-brainer for anyone who gives a flip about public safety.

But the Democrats, under Joe Biden, turned even basic border security into a partisan issue. They've spent years turning America into a sanctuary for criminals, while gaslighting the public with "compassion" rhetoric. It took the tragic murder of an innocent young woman to force their hand. And it took a leader like Katie Britt to put the pressure on, exposing the moral bankruptcy of the open-borders crowd and making it politically impossible for some of them to vote no.

Let's be clear-this is a massive win. It's a testament to Britt's tenacity, her ability to outmaneuver weak-kneed politicians, and her refusal to back down in the face of the left's usual smear tactics. She's proving to be exactly what America needs right now: a fighter who won't be bullied by the radical left or the weak-kneed establishment.

Senator Britt is quickly establishing herself as a key leader in the Senate who will be instrumental in implementing the Trump 47 Agenda. From securing the border to fighting against the radical left's disastrous economic policies, Britt will be on the frontlines, ensuring that Trump's America First vision is turned into action. Her ability to rally conservatives and expose weak establishment figures makes her a force to be reckoned with in Washington, setting the stage for a true conservative resurgence.

Senator Britt's legislative agenda cements her position as a staunch America First fighter, working to undo Biden's failures and push forward the Trump 47 Agenda. With bills like the Border Reinforcement Act, Protecting American Communities Act, America First Infrastructure Act, Energy Independence and Security Act, and Defending American Values Act, Senator Britt is laying the groundwork for a safer, stronger, and more self-reliant America. These legislative initiatives promise to restore law and order, rebuild our nation's core infrastructure, unleash energy dominance, and defend fundamental freedoms. The great things to come under her leadership will be transformative, ensuring that the America First movement delivers real results for the American people. Each of these bills lays the groundwork for a stronger, safer, and more prosperous America.

Senator Britt's leadership is proof that when fearless, America-first fighters stand up and refuse to back down, they can actually get results-despite the left's relentless fearmongering and media propaganda. This is just the beginning. America is ready for the fight, and with Trump 47 at the helm, we're just getting started.

Perry O Hooper Jr is a former State Representative who writes columns on his political perspective and has been published in a number of publications around Alabama and beyond. He was an early supporter of Donald Trump and was the 2016 Trump Victory Chair.

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