Washington, D.C. — Kansas Senator Craig Bowser (Senate District 1) joined 36 Republican legislators from the Kansas House and Senate for a White House meeting on October 15, 2025, hosted by the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs. The four-hour session brought together federal officials and state leaders to discuss key national and state issues, including veterans’ care, small business growth, affordable housing, border security, and election integrity. During the meeting, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs outlined ongoing reforms aimed at improving services and outcomes for America’s veterans. The Administrator of the Small Business Administration discussed efforts to cut unnecessary red tape, improve conditions for entrepreneurs, and expand access to small-business loans. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development addressed the national shortage of affordable housing and shared the agency’s plans to increase availability across the country. The Director of the Domestic Policy Council highlighted President Trump’s domestic agenda, including border security initiatives and efforts to strengthen election security. Finally, the White House Director of Political Affairs provided insight into the nation’s changing political landscape and discussed ongoing congressional redistricting efforts by both political parties. “The opportunity to hear directly from the administration about these important national issues—and how they impact Kansas families and businesses—was incredibly valuable,” Senator Bowser said. “It’s clear the White House is focused on empowering states to lead, cutting government red tape, and ensuring our veterans and small business owners get the support they deserve.” The Office of Intergovernmental Affairs serves as President Trump’s principal liaison to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, fostering collaboration to advance key administration priorities and improve interagency coordination.
Craig Bowser today earned key endorsements out of Brown and Jackson Counties in his bid for the Kansas Senate. Brown County Sheriff, John Merchant, and Jackson County Sheriff, Tim Morse, endorsed Republican Craig Bowser over the incumbent independent candidate. “Craig Bowser is a strong conservative ready to defend our Constitution and fight for public safety,” said Sheriff Merchant. “I’m proud to endorse Craig for Kansas Senate and I look forward to working with him to keep our citizens safe.” Bowser, a resident of Jackson County, is a retired military officer who worked for a veteran’s advocacy organization in Manhattan before returning to his family farm in Holton. “Craig Bowser is the kind of leader we need in the Kansas Senate. He is a conservative ready to defend our Constitution and fight for public safety,” said Sheriff Morse. “I’m proud to endorse Craig for Kansas Senate and I look forward to working with him.” Bowser is facing a former Republican turned Independent in Dennis Pyle from Brown County. Pyle mounted an independent campaign for governor that delivered the race to Democrat Laura Kelly in 2022. “Coming out of the military where I was responsible for security and policing in hostile environments, I have a profound respect for what our law enforcement officers do every day to keep us safe,” said Bowser. “I appreciate the support of law enforcement officials like Sheriff Merchant in my bid for the Kansas Senate.” Kansas Senate District 1 includes all of Atchison, Doniphan, Brown, Jackson, and Nemaha counties as well as parts of Leavenworth, Jefferson, and Marshall counties.