Oklahoma Freedom Caucus releases 2025 policy agenda

Good stuff from the best group in the Legislature:

Oklahoma Freedom Caucus releases policy agenda

OKLAHOMA CITY (Feb. 17th) – Today, the Oklahoma Freedom Caucus led by Chairman Shane Jett, House Vice Chair Jim Olsen, and Senate Vice Chair Dusty Deevers released the following policy agenda for 2025.

For the 60th Legislature the focus of the Oklahoma Freedom Caucus is to advance the Freedoms of Oklahomans in four key areas:

Oklahoma Freedom Caucus challenges Tinker Air Force Base’s “National Coming Out Day” event

Oklahoma Freedom Caucus Challenges Tinker Air Force Base’s “National Coming Out Day” Event

Oklahoma City, OK (Oct. 15th) –  The Oklahoma Freedom Caucus challenges the decision to host and promote “National Coming Out Day” on Tinker Air Force Base.

Senator Shane Jett, OKFC Chairman and U.S. Navy veteran, expressed the criticism shared by thousands of military families. “Military bases have significant budgets to cultivate positive relationships in their communities. It’s incomprehensible that Tinker Air Force Base would openly promote a prurient lifestyle that would obviously affront the tenets of faith of over 75% of Oklahoma’s professing Christian population as well those practicing Jewish and Muslim faiths. It is vulgar, prurient, inappropriate, and unbecoming of our military facilities.” said Senator Jett.

Cong. Brecheen to speak at launch of new Oklahoma Freedom Caucus on Tuesday

Conservatives in the Oklahoma Legislature are gaining a new tool for organization and action. The State Freedom Caucus Network announced today that the Oklahoma Freedom Caucus will be holding a launch on Tuesday at the State Capitol, featuring Congressman Josh Brecheen, himself a member of the U.S. House Freedom Caucus and a former Oklahoma state senator from the stalwart conservative wing.

A similar effort took place in 2017 with the formation of the Platform Caucus. Although many of the members were controversially taken out in the 2018 primaries and runoffs by the well-monied moderate establishment, the Platform Caucus had some success in killing some tax hike proposals in 2017 and 2018.

Launch of the New Oklahoma Freedom Caucus

OKLAHOMA CITY — The State Freedom Caucus Network will hold a press conference with special guest, Congressman Josh Brecheen (OK-02), to announce the launch of the new Oklahoma Freedom Caucus.

Congressman Brecheen endorses Ron Hood in Ohio's 2nd District

Oklahoma 2nd District Congressman Josh Brecheen has endorsed Ron Hood, a Republican former legislator running for Congress in Ohio's 2nd District.

Brecheen, arguably one of the most conservative elected officials on Capitol Hill, is a member of the Freedom Caucus, which Hood has pledged to join if elected.

Brecheen explains why he voted against 'swampy, status-quo Continuing Resolution'

I'm a little behind, but here's 2nd District Congressman Josh Brecheen explaining why he voted against the 'continuing resolution' government funding measure (the only other member of Oklahoma's congressional delegation to oppose the latest kick-the-can spending bill was 1st District Congressman Kevin Hern).

Congressman Josh Brecheen Votes Against Swampy, Status Quo Continuing Resolution (CR)

Washington, D.C. (September 30th) – Today, Congressman Josh Brecheen voted against H.R. 5860 - Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act.

“We should not be funding the government at current levels when our national debt is more than $33 trillion and the average family of four is spending $1,200 more a month to buy the exact same goods and services. If we are going to fund the government, we need meaningful cuts to spending and we need to secure our border,” said Congressman Josh Brecheen.

Cong. Brecheen introduces 'Patriotism Not Pride Act' to prohibit LGBTQ Pride-related flags on federal property

Congressman Josh Brecheen Introduces Patriotism Not Pride Act

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Josh Brecheen introduced the Patriotism Not Pride Act, which would prohibit federal agencies from using taxpayer resources to promote Pride Month or any similar event. The bill also prohibits the display of flags representing gender identity or sexual orientation by agencies on federal property.

Brecheen joins fellow House Freedom Caucus freshmen in hosting 'Fresh Freedom' podcast

Oklahoma 2nd District Congressman Josh Brecheen is cohosting a new podcast with fellow House Freedom Caucus freshmen Rep. Eric Burlison (MO-07), Rep. Eli Crane (AZ-02), Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13), and Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05). 

Brecheen, Crane, Luna, and Ogles were all part of the 'Tenacious Twenty' who held together to extract transformative rules changes from Speaker Kevin McCarthy during the opening vote for House Speaker in January. This gang is going to be a core group of conservatives to watch.

Brecheen and 'Tenacious Twenty' extract transformative rules changes from McCarthy

It's an auspicious start to his time in Congress. Freshman Representative Josh Brecheen (OK-02) and nineteen fellow conservatives played hardball with House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy -- and extracted some truly transformative rules changes before supporting McCarthy's bid for House Speaker.

Cong. Jim Jordan coming to Tulsa for Brecheen fundraiser

2nd District GOP nominee Josh Brecheen is holding a fundraiser with Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH), former head of the House Freedom Caucus, on October 14th in Tulsa. 

Tickets start at $250 and can be reserved here.

Ted Cruz endorses Josh Brecheen in CD2 runoff

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz today endorsed Josh Brecheen in Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District GOP runoff. Additionally, Congressman Matt Rosendale (R-MT) of the House Freedom Caucus will be joining Brecheen on the campaign trail, with stops planned today (Bartlesville, 4:30pm) and tomorrow (Muskogee, 8:00am).

Coleman endorsed by yet another Freedom Caucus Congressman

Surging Coleman Secures Endorsement of Congressman Blum

Tulsa, OK:  Today, Congressman Rod Blum (R-IA) officially endorsed Captain Andy Coleman in his race for U.S. Congress.  Congressman Blum serves as a conservative Republican in the U.S. House of Representatives.

“I am pleased to endorse Andy Coleman for Congress,” expressed Congressman Blum.  “Andy will be a strong constitutional conservative who will fight to drain the swamp, protect our borders, enact term limits and defund Planned Parenthood.  As a veteran, Andy is no stranger to tough fights and I am confident he is ready to take on the liberal establishment.  We need determined conservatives like Andy Coleman fighting alongside us in Washington to make American great again.” 

“I deeply appreciate Congressman Blum’s support,” stated Coleman.  “He is a principled leader who has faithfully stood for the conservative values we share, and backed up what he says with action.  I look forward to doing the same soon, as Oklahoma’s newest congressman."

Blum’s endorsement follows a series of high-profile endorsements for Coleman’s campaign, including former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, Congressman Jim Jordan, Congressman Mark Meadows, and Dr. Everett Piper.  Coleman has also received the endorsement of multiple conservative organizations, including the Combat Veterans for Congress, the Club for Growth, and the Madison Project.

Captain Andy Coleman is seeking the Republican nomination for the open congressional seat in Oklahoma’s First District.  He is an Air Force Academy graduate, former military intelligence officer, and veteran of Iraq.  Coleman previously served with conservative organizations like the Federalist Society and Christian Legal Society.  In recent years, Coleman led field efforts to aid persecuted Christians in hostile and restricted countries for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville.  Andy and his wife Liz reside in Owasso with their three children.

Coleman endorsed by Freedom Caucus member Paul Gosar

Congressman Paul Gosar Endorses Coleman for U.S. Congress

Tulsa, OK: Today, Congressman Paul Gosar (R-AZ) officially endorsed Captain Andy Coleman, a Republican, in his bid to be the next U.S. congressman for Oklahoma’s First District. This now marks the eighth congressional endorsement from a conservative republican for Coleman.

"Oklahoma has sent some solid conservatives to Congress,” stated Gosar. “I worked with Jim Bridenstine in the House Freedom Caucus and I look forward to working with Mr. Coleman when he joins the caucus. We need strong, principled, conservative reinforcements and Mr. Coleman will be a welcome addition."

“I deeply appreciate Congressman Gosar’s support,” expressed Coleman upon receiving the endorsement. “He has been a consistent conservative champion, willing to take hard stands to help our country. When it comes to draining the swamp and ending illegal immigration, he means business and so do I. I look forward to helping in those efforts soon, as Oklahoma’s next U.S. congressman.”

A small business owner, Congressman Gosar serves as a U.S. Representative from Arizona. He joins a long list of conservative leaders who also endorsed Coleman, including Senator Rick Santorum, Dr. Everett Piper, Congressman Jim Jordan, and Congressman Mark Meadows.

Andy Coleman, a veteran and outsider, graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy and served as a military intelligence officer. Later, Andy served with the Voice of the Martyrs, an Oklahoma-based Christian ministry that helps persecuted Christians in difficult countries around the globe. Andy and his wife live in Owasso with their three children.

8th House Freedom Caucus member endorses Coleman for Congress

1st Congressional District GOP candidate Andy Coleman has gained his eighth endorsement from members of the House Freedom Caucus. Taken with fellow primary candidate Kevin Hern's endorsement by a moderate GOP group, the 1st District primary appears to be setting up as a "principled conservative" versus "pragmatic conservative" battle based on the endorsements Coleman and Hern have received.

Congressman Randy Weber Endorses Coleman for U.S. Congress

TULSA, OK:  Today, Congressman Randy Weber (R-TX) officially endorsed Captain Andy Coleman, a Republican, in his bid to be the next U.S. congressman for Oklahoma’s First District.  Weber became the seventh member of Congress to endorse Coleman’s campaign.

“Andy Coleman can be trusted to lead the fight to defend our conservative values,” explained Weber.  “Anyone who’s looked at his background knows he isn’t afraid of tough fights.  We need more conservative champions like Andy who aren’t afraid to drain the swamp in Washington, and that’s why I’m pleased to endorse him.”

“I am so grateful Congressman Weber lent his support to my campaign,” expressed Coleman.  “He’s a serious conservative committed to draining the D.C. swamp.  That’s the tough fight that lies ahead for me.  Draining the swamp will be neither easy nor pleasant.  But most of my life involved overcoming challenges that were neither easy nor pleasant.  I’m up for the fight, and alongside other conservative champions like Randy Weber, I look forward to rolling back D.C.”

A successful businessman, Congressman Weber serves as a conservative U.S. representative from Texas.  He joins an extensive roster of conservative leaders who also endorsed Coleman’s campaign.  That roster includes former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, Dr. Everett Piper, as well as several prominent U.S. Congressmen, such as Jim Jordan, Mark Meadows, Steve King, Ken Buck, Andy Harris, Jody Hice, and Tom Garrett.  Multiple conservative organizations also endorsed Coleman, including the Combat Veterans for Congress and the Madison Project.

Captain Andy Coleman graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy, served as a military intelligence officer in Iraq, and held leadership positions with conservative groups like the Federalist Society and Christian Legal Society.  In recent years, Coleman led field efforts to aid persecuted Christians in difficult countries for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville.  Andy and his wife, Liz, have three children and reside in Owasso.

Hern endorsed by Republican Main Street Partnership

In the GOP primary to replace former 1st District congressman Jim Bridenstine, fundraising leader Kevin Hern has now been endorsed by the Republican Main Street Partnership and their associated Political Action Committee. Hern is one of the first ten non-incumbent candidates they endorsed for this cycle, and also received a maximum $5,000 contribution from their PAC.

The Main Street group emphasizes "pragmatic conservatism", saying "our members represent the governing wing" of the GOP. In 2017, they formed a new caucus within the House GOP with over 70 moderate and centrist members of the House GOP. It more or less counters the very conservative Freedom Caucus, seven members of which have endorsed another candidate in the 1st District (Andy Coleman).

7th Freedom Caucus member endorses Andy Coleman for Congress

1st District GOP candidate Andy Coleman has added his seventh endorsement by current members of the House Freedom Caucus (plus a former HFC member):

Congressman Andy Harris Endorses Coleman for U.S. Congress

TULSA, OK:  Today, Congressman Andy Harris (R-MD) officially endorsed Captain Andy Coleman, a Republican, in his bid to be the next U.S. congressman for Oklahoma’s First District.

“I am pleased to endorse Andy Coleman to be Oklahoma’s next member of Congress,” shared Congressman Harris. “As a fellow veteran myself, I have deep respect for Andy’s dedication to protecting our nation’s freedoms and security around the globe. To his core, Andy is someone that conservatives can trust to go to Congress and fight for their values just as hard as he fought to keep our nation safe.”

“I’m honored to have Congressman Harris’ support,” expressed Coleman.  “His conservative approach is built on years of serving in complex roles.  Our country needs more experienced, conservative leaders like Congressman Harris in those federal seats.  I look forward to serving along his side in the U.S. Congress, and lending my own unique background and conservative views to help our nation.” 

Congressman Harris, a conservative Republican U.S. House member, previously served as a professor and physician at Johns Hopkins University, and as a U.S. naval officer.  Harris joins a thundering series of conservative endorsements for Coleman’s campaign, including former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, Dr. Everett Piper, along with Congressmen Jim Jordan, Mark Meadows, Steve King, Ken Buck, Randy Weber, Brian Babin, Jody Hice, and Tom Garrett. Conservative groups like the Combat Veterans for Congress and the Madison Project also endorsed him. 

Captain Andy Coleman graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy, served as a military intelligence officer in Iraq, and held leadership positions with conservative groups like the Federalist Society and Christian Legal Society. Coleman later led field efforts to aid persecuted Christians in difficult countries for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville. Andy and his wife, Liz, have three children and reside in Owasso.

Freedom Caucus Chairman Mark Meadows endorses Coleman in CD1

Congressman Mark Meadows Endorses Coleman For Congress

TULSA, OK:  Today, Congressman Mark Meadows (R-NC) joined the chorus of conservative leaders to officially endorse Captain Andy Coleman in his race for U.S. Congress.  Widely recognized for his principled leadership, Congressman Meadows serves as the chair of the House Freedom Caucus.

“Andy Coleman is the battle-tested conservative Republicans need in Congress,” stated Congressman Meadows.  “After graduating from the Air Force Academy, he served as a military intelligence officer in the Middle East and later as the Voice of the Martyrs’ Middle Eastern regional director — helping persecuted Christians.  Andy has the courage and grit to be a great asset to the cause of freedom. He won’t buckle to the demands of Washington, and he will work to cut unnecessary government spending, repeal Obamacare, and defend traditional values.”

“Congressman Meadows is a leader I deeply respect,” expressed Coleman. “So to receive his endorsement is a huge honor for me. I am humbled by his support, and will do everything I can to bolster the conservative cause in the House.” 

Meadow’s endorsement is just the latest in a long line of high-profile endorsements for Coleman’s campaign.  Those endorsements include former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum and several current members of Congress, such as Jim Jordan, Ken Buck, Jody Hice and Tom Garrett.  Coleman has also received the endorsement of multiple conservative organizations, including the Combat Veterans for Congress and the Madison Project.

Captain Andy Coleman, a military veteran of Iraq, is seeking the Republican nomination for the open congressional seat in Oklahoma’s First District. Coleman previously served with conservative organizations like the Federalist Society and Christian Legal Society. In recent years, Coleman led efforts to aid persecuted Christians in some of the world’s most dangerous countries for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville.  Andy and his wife, Liz, have three children and reside in Owasso.

Coleman gains fourth Freedom Caucus endorsement in CD1 bid

GOP congressional candidate Andy Coleman just announced his fourth endorsement from members of the House Freedom Caucus. Coleman was first endorsed by Congressman Jody Hice, then Congressman Tom Garrett, most recently by Congressman Jordan (former chairman of the caucus), and now by Congressman Ken Buck:

Wave of Conservative Support Continues as Congressman Ken Buck Endorses Coleman

TULSA, OK:  Today, Congressman Ken Buck (R-CO) officially endorsed Captain Andy Coleman in his race for U.S. Congress.  Congressman Buck serves as a conservative Republican in the U.S. House of Representatives, and also authored the book Drain the Swamp: How Washington Corruption is Worse than You Think.   

“Congress needs more conservative fighters like Andy Coleman,” shared Congressman Buck.  “Andy’s unique perspective and life experiences equip him to help drain the swamp. He’s a staunch defender of our Second Amendment rights and will work overtime to end the DC addiction to runaway spending.” 

“I deeply appreciate Congressman Buck’s support,” expressed Coleman.  “Ken has been on the frontlines in helping to secure our border and eliminate wasteful spending – which will be two of my top priorities once elected to Congress."

Buck’s endorsement follows a series of high-profile endorsements for Coleman’s campaign, including former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, Congressman Jim Jordan, Congressman Jody Hice, Congressman Tom Garrett, and Dr. Everett Piper.  Coleman has also received the endorsement of multiple conservative organizations, including the Combat Veterans for Congress and the Madison Project.

Captain Andy Coleman is seeking the Republican nomination for the open congressional seat in Oklahoma’s First District.  He is an Air Force Academy graduate, former intelligence officer, and military veteran of Iraq. Coleman previously served with conservative organizations like the Federalist Society and Christian Legal Society.  In recent years, Coleman led field efforts to aid persecuted Christians in hostile and restricted countries for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville. Andy and his wife, Liz, have three children and reside in Owasso.

Former Freedom Caucus chair Jim Jordan endorses Coleman in CD1

Another big endorsement for 1st Congressional District GOP candidate Andy Coleman:

Congressman Jim Jordan Joins Conservative Surge of Support for Coleman

TULSA, OK: Today, Captain Andy Coleman announced he has received the endorsement of Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH).

“Congress needs more conservative veterans like Andy Coleman who will bring an outsider’s perspective to Capitol Hill,” stated Congressman Jim Jordan. “I know Andy will stand firmly in defense of our conservative values. He will fight to keep our nation safe, secure our border, defund Planned Parenthood and work to undo Obamacare. The people of Oklahoma can count on Andy Coleman to represent their conservative values with courage and conviction.”

In 2016, Politico called Congressman Jordan the “most powerful Republican in the House after Paul Ryan.” Jordan has been an advocate of the taxpayer – looking for waste, fraud and abuse in Washington – and his conservative record earned him accolades from groups like Citizens against Government Waste and the Family Research Council. He also helped found the House Freedom Caucus.

“I am absolutely thrilled to receive Congressman Jordan’s endorsement,” expressed Andy Coleman. “He is a genuine conservative leader who I deeply respect, and I am truly humbled to have his support."

Jordan’s endorsement comes on the heels of a string of high-profile endorsements for Coleman’s campaign, including former U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, Congressman Jody Hice, Dr. Everett Piper and Congressman Tom Garrett. Coleman has also received the endorsement of multiple national veteran’s groups.

Captain Andy Coleman is seeking the Republican nomination for the open congressional seat in Oklahoma’s First District. He is an Air Force Academy graduate, former intelligence officer, and military veteran of Iraq. Coleman previously served with conservative organizations like the Federalist Society and Christian Legal Society. In recent years, Coleman led field efforts to aid persecuted Christians in hostile and restricted countries for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville. Andy and his wife, Liz, have three children and reside in Owasso.

[Blogger's note: Congressman Jordan  is the third member of the House Freedom Caucus to endorse Coleman. Coleman has also been endorsed by Freedom Caucus members Jody Hice and Tom Garrett]

Another Freedom Caucus Congressman Endorses Coleman for Congress

Congressman Tom Garrett (R-VA) Endorses Captain Andy Coleman

TULSA, OK:  Andy Coleman has secured another endorsement by a sitting member of Congress in the race to succeed Congressman Jim Bridenstine (R-OK).  Congressman Tom Garrett, who represents Virginia’s Fifth District, lent his support to Coleman’s campaign.  The surge of support for Coleman – a military veteran of Iraq and former field leader for the Voice of the Martyrs – continues to accelerate as the June 26 primary approaches.

"Andy Coleman's history of serving others makes him well suited to represent the people of Oklahoma's First District,” shared Congressman Garrett.  “Andy will be a strong, reliable voice for Oklahoma and for our Nation."

“Congressman Garrett’s endorsement means a lot to me, and I look forward to serving alongside him as a fellow veteran in U.S. Congress,” stated Coleman.  “Tom’s selfless service to our nation as both a military leader and public servant makes him an important voice to our conservative movement.”

Prior to representing Virginia’s 5th District in Congress, Garrett served for six years on active duty with the United States Army.  Garrett is also the former Commonwealth’s Attorney in Louisa County, Virginia and a former State Senator in the Virginia General Assembly.  In Congress, Garrett has led the charge to reign in federal spending and advance constitutional principles.

Garrett’s endorsement follows a string of high-profile endorsements for Coleman’s campaign, including former U.S. presidential candidate Rick Santorum, Congressman Jody Hice, Dr. Everett Piper, and the Combat Veterans for Congress.

Captain Andy Coleman is seeking the Republican nomination for the open congressional seat in Oklahoma’s First District.  He is an Air Force Academy graduate and former intelligence officer who served in the Middle East.  He is the only candidate in the race with military and national security experience – critical skill sets in short supply in the House.  For six years, Coleman led efforts to aid persecuted Christians in 17 hostile and restricted countries, as the Middle East Regional Director for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville.  Andy is an attorney, husband, father of three and resides in Owasso, Oklahoma.

[Blogger's note: Congressman Garrett is the second member of the House Freedom Caucus to endorse Coleman. Congressman Jody Hice, who endorsed Coleman last week, is also a Freedom Caucus member.]

Coleman endorsed by Congressman Jody Hice

Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA) Endorses Captain Andy Coleman

Names Coleman “A True Conservative”

TULSA, OK:  Andy Coleman has secured the endorsement of U.S. Congressman Jody Hice in the race to succeed Congressman Jim Bridenstine.  This marks the third endorsement in less than two weeks for Coleman, a former Air Force Captain, military veteran of Iraq, and field leader for the Voice of the Martyrs.

“Andy Coleman is a true conservative,” stated Congressman Hice.  “He’s the type of guy I want fighting beside me in Washington.  Andy is a battle-tested conservative.  Time and again over his life, Andy has backed up what he believes with action.  I know the voters of Oklahoma’s First District can trust Andy to be a strong and effective voice for them in D.C.”

“I am truly honored to have Congressman Hice join our growing team of supporters,” shared Coleman.  “He is a man of faith.  He is a principled leader.  He stands firmly for our country, our Constitution, and our freedoms.  His work in Congress is vital to the conservative movement, and I appreciate his trust and support.”

Congressman Jody Hice represents Georgia’s 10th Congressional District, and previously served as a Southern Baptist pastor and radio talk show host. 

Hice’s endorsement follows a string of high-profile endorsements for Coleman’s surging campaign, including former U.S. presidential candidate Rick Santorum, Dr. Everett Piper, and the Combat Veterans for Congress.

Captain Andy Coleman is seeking the Republican nomination for the open U.S. congressional seat in Oklahoma’s First District.  He is an Air Force Academy graduate, former intelligence officer, and veteran of Iraq.  He is the only candidate in the race with military and national security experience – critical skill sets in short supply in the House.  For six years, Coleman led efforts to aid persecuted Christians in some of the world’s most dangerous countries as the Middle East Regional Director for the Voice of the Martyrs, a Christian ministry based in Bartlesville.  Andy resides with his wife and three children in Owasso.