[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E480-E481]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGINZING AND EXPRESSING GRATITUDE TO FORMER COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR 
                           LOTTIE FEATHERSTON

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                           HON. RONNY JACKSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 21, 2026

  Mr. JACKSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
express my sincere gratitude to my former Communications Director, 
Lottie Featherston of Highland Park, Texas, for her outstanding 
service, strong leadership, and unwavering commitment to the people of 
Texas' 13th Congressional District. In today's media environment it 
takes discipline, clarity, and vision to ensure our communications are 
successful. Lottie has done exactly that. She has worked tirelessly to 
make sure the priorities and values of my district are effectively 
articulated.
  Lottie is a proud graduate of the University of Mississippi, where 
she earned her degree in Marketing and Communication Strategy and 
participated in the prestigious Lott Leadership Institute. From the 
beginning, she distinguished herself as a principled leader who 
understood that effective communication is grounded in conviction. She 
further broadened her communication skills through international study 
at Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Spain, strengthening her understanding 
of global affairs and strategic messaging.
  Her service on Capitol Hill began with internships in Congressman 
Jake Ellzey and Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne's Offices, where she 
quickly proved herself to be dependable, creative, and goal oriented. 
She later joined the Office of the House Republican Whip under Whip Tom 
Emmer, advancing from Staff Assistant to Press Assistant. While working 
in House Leadership, Lottie operated at the center of House 
Republican's communication efforts, helping to advance the conservative 
agenda and defend our conference's priorities.
  When she joined my office, she brought that same intensity and 
discipline with her as my Communications Director. Lottie's leadership 
was critical in the success of my press and digital operations and she 
understood what it takes to clearly articulate my positions on national 
security, secure borders, agriculture, and America First policies to my 
constituents in Texas' 13th Congressional District. Whether responding 
to national media inquiries, crafting official statements, or advising 
on communications strategies, Lottie was always a steady and trusted 
voice.
  Today, Lottie continues her public service as a Press lead on the 
Presidential Advance Team in the Executive Office of President Donald 
J. Trump. I am confident that her strong work ethic, careful attention 
to detail,

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and dedication to service will continue to be invaluable assets for the 
Trump Administration.
  While Lottie has moved into a new role, her impact in my office and 
on the people of Texas' 13th Congressional District will continue to be 
felt in the work we do every day. On behalf of myself, my staff, and 
the constituents I proudly serve, I want to thank Lottie Featherston 
for her loyal service, her commitment to excellence, and her patriotic 
spirit. I wish her the very best in all of her future endeavors.

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