Senator Ted Budd, a U.S. Senator from North Carolina, posted a series of statements on July 31, 2025, addressing issues related to national security and public safety.
In his first post at 14:48 UTC, Budd supported the President’s position on efforts to secure the release of American hostages. He stated, “.@POTUS is exactly right. We must bring the remaining hostages, including two Americans, home.”
Later that day at 18:16 UTC, Budd raised concerns about China’s role in global supply chains and highlighted bipartisan legislative action targeting counterfeit pharmaceuticals. He wrote, “The CCP has proven time & again that it is willing to exploit our supply chain & endanger Americans to advance its own interests. @SenatorHeinrich & I teamed up to shut the door on counterfeit, unapproved weight-loss drugs at our borders. Read more: https://t.co/O7sB8kHj9z” The mention of counterfeit drugs comes amid ongoing concerns about illicit pharmaceuticals entering the United States through international mail and ports of entry.
At 21:48 UTC, Budd commented on risks posed by digital assets being misused for criminal purposes and acknowledged colleagues for their collaboration on related legislative measures. He stated, “It’s no secret that criminals & terrorists are exploiting digital assets—putting both our financial & national security at risk. Thanks to @SenGillibrand & @SenLummis for joining the effort to prevent illicit abuse of this pro-growth financial tech.” Concerns over the use of cryptocurrencies in illegal activities have led lawmakers across party lines to propose regulatory reforms aimed at increasing oversight and enforcement.
These posts reflect Senator Budd’s ongoing focus on foreign policy challenges involving China and efforts in Congress to address both physical and digital threats facing Americans.
