SW Missouri News

Rep. Eric Burlison, a U.S. Congressman representing Missouri's 7th district, has shared several policy positions and legislative endorsements via social media. A member of the Republican Party, Burlison succeeded Billy Long in 2023, having previously served in both the Missouri House of Representatives and the Missouri Senate. Born in Springfield, Missouri, in 1976, Burlison is a two-time graduate of Missouri State University and currently resides in Ozark.

On April 2, 2025, Burlison expressed a firm stance on immigration policy through a Twitter post. In his statement, Burlison emphasized the need for quick deportation of certain immigrants, declaring that "America is closed to murderers, gangbangers, and terrorists." He attributed the succinct message to Stephen M., although no further details were provided.

The following day, April 3, 2025, Burlison addressed concerns regarding constitutional rights, specifically relating to the Second Amendment. He criticized politicians for allegedly choosing which rights citizens can exercise, emphasizing the clarity of the phrase “shall not be infringed.” In this context, Burlison urged constituents to support the passage of H.R. 335 and the repeal of the National Firearms Act.

In another tweet on April 3, 2025, Burlison announced his support for legislative action against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). He promoted H.R. 221, which aims to ABOLISH the ATF. The post underscores his continued advocacy for gun rights and regulatory reform in firearms legislation.