Tom Cotton

Tom Cotton advocates for an economic policy that combines strategic public investment with private enterprise, aiming to rebuild American industry and secure national independence, particularly from China. He supports federal investments in advanced technology and critical infrastructure, increasing R&D budgets, and reshoring supply chains for essential goods.

Tom Cotton advocates for protecting rural hospitals, expanding access to care, and lowering prescription drug costs. He opposes government takeovers of healthcare and supported legislation that ended the Obamacare Insurance Mandate. He also supports strengthening care for veterans and seniors.

Tom Cotton opposes the Green New Deal, characterizing it as a "Red New Deal" or "Green Leap Forward" that he argues would lead to totalitarian control and economic disaster. He advocates for nuclear power and believes foreign nations, particularly China, are the primary drivers of global carbon emissions.

Tom Cotton consistently votes to protect the lives of the unborn and to stop forced taxpayer funding of abortion. He supports measures like the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act and the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.

Tom Cotton supports the Second Amendment and has reintroduced legislation to repeal the $200 tax on firearms. He has been endorsed by the NRA.

Tom Cotton supports stricter immigration enforcement and has introduced legislation to ensure states comply with federal immigration laws. His "Enforce Immigration or Lose Transportation Act" would condition federal transportation funding to states based on their cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

Tom Cotton advocates for a foreign policy centered on "peace through strength," prioritizing American national interests, and maintaining military superiority. He believes the U.S. should project strength globally and is critical of perceived weaknesses in American foreign policy.

Tom Cotton introduced the Saving American History Act of 2020, which would prohibit federal funding for elementary and secondary schools that use the New York Times' 1619 Project in their curriculum. He has previously advocated for local control over education, stating that federal education policy should encourage communities to develop their own curricula and standards.

Tom Cotton supports voter ID laws, stating they are important for restoring faith in American elections. He has also expressed support for the traditional understanding of marriage.

Tom Cotton believes the United States must win the AI race against China to ensure national prosperity and safety. He advocates for investigating Chinese efforts to undermine American AI and tracking advanced chips to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands. He also emphasizes that technology should advance democratic values.

Tom Cotton stated he would not oppose the electoral vote count in 2020, believing Congress does not have the power to overturn election results. He supports a commission to study election irregularities and propose reforms to protect election integrity.

Tom Cotton supports local control of education, parental rights in schools, and investments in Arkansas military installations. He has also authored legislation to protect Arkansans from the costs associated with data centers.