SW Kansas News

Dr. Roger Marshall, U.S. Senator representing Kansas, posted a series of tweets on July 30, 2025, covering topics ranging from federal agency reorganization to personal milestones and commentary on IRS oversight.

In a tweet posted at 18:24 UTC, Marshall commented on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recent restructuring and its impact on Kansas City: "Kansas City is a great place to be the second largest beneficiary of USDA’s reorganization. I enjoyed hearing just a snippet of some of the great benefits @SecRollins’ plan will bring to support American agriculture." The USDA has undergone significant organizational changes aimed at improving efficiency and supporting agricultural communities.

Later that evening, at 19:41 UTC, Marshall marked a personal occasion by tweeting: "Happy Anniversary to my wife, Laina!  We met in the Fall of 1982, engaged in 12 weeks, and married a week before Med School started. Thanks for believing in us, and 43 years of an incredible marriage, not to mention 4 outstanding children, and the 5 smartest, cutest" The senator often shares aspects of his family life with his followers.

At 22:43 UTC the same day, Marshall addressed actions taken by fellow politician Billy Long regarding alleged politicization within the Internal Revenue Service under President Biden's administration: "Good on Billy Long for this. The Biden IRS created a “special task force” to go after political foes. More work to be done cleaning up the mess at the IRS, but a heck of a start!" Allegations about increased scrutiny or investigations targeting political opponents have been part of ongoing debates surrounding federal agency practices.

The USDA’s reorganization referenced by Marshall reflects ongoing efforts by federal agencies to adapt their operations for greater responsiveness to stakeholders such as farmers and rural communities.