After several years pushing for a local VA clinic to be established in Collin County for North Texas’ many veterans, I am pleased to announce the location for the new VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) will be at 3804 West. 15th Street, Plano, Texas 75075. Read more about Congressman Sam Johnson Announces Location of New VA Clinic in Plano
On April 17, 2006, a 16-year old American high school student named Daniel Wultz was murdered by an Islamic Jihad suicide bomber while touring Tel Aviv. Six years later, the court ordered the Iranian government to pay the family $323 million in damages because they provided material support to the terrorists who murdered Daniel. Read more about Justice for Victims of Iranian Terror
Last week I sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter seeking information on the appalling sexual abuse of children reportedly occurring in Afghanistan and requesting the Department of Defense’s (DoD) plan to eradicate this despicable violation of human rights. The letter follows recent reports of potentially widespread sexual abuse of young boys in Afghanistan, a practice known as “Bacha Bazi.” Read more about America Should Not Be Complicit in Human Rights Violations
Last week I voted in support of H.R. 3457, the Justice for Victims of Iranian Terrorism Act. This bill seeks to hold Iran accountable by requiring it to pay court-ordered compensation to victims of its state-sponsored terrorist attacks before the United States lifts any sanctions. The House passed the bill 251-173. Read more about House Passage of Justice for Victims of Iranian Terrorism Act
As the new co-chairman of the Georgian Caucus, it was an honor and privilege to welcome President Margvelashvili and members of the Georgian Parliament to the U.S. Congress. Georgia is a strong and important ally of the United States, and our two nations could have an even stronger partnership if Georgia was admitted into NATO and the European Union. Read more about Congressman Ted Poe Meets with President of Georgia
Today’s disappointing jobs report shows that the so-called recovery over the last six years continues to be hampered by President Obama's big government liberal policies. Real, sustainable economic growth can only be led by the free market, not by Washington. America's families and small businesses deserve better. Read more about September Unemployment Report
Jeb Bush's big moment at the last debate came when he reminded Donald Trump that his brother kept America safe. This line received applause but what Bush, or for that matter, Rubio and others, have failed to do is explain why George Bush kept us safer. Read more about The GOP Foreign Policy Debate
National security is a top concern for many Americans. In today’s world, we are constantly reminded of the need to maintain a strong military in the hopes that we will never have to use it. Congress has a sacred responsibility to provide for our nation’s defense. We must never forget the sacrifices those who serve make to protect our freedom. Today I voted to ensure our men and women in uniform have the resources they need. Read more about Defending America is a Sacred Responsibility
Pope Francis asked all Catholics to pray for those “who seek a home where they can live without fear” but went further by actually praising those who help refugees. Read more about Pope Francis on Immigration
The trial of the two men accused of murdering U.S. Border Patrol Brian Terry has been a long time coming. During the nearly five years since his murder, Terry’s family has been forced to endure unimaginable frustration, pain and other indignities from the federal government he swore an oath to serve and protect. Read more about Justice Has Been Slow for Family of Slain Border Patrol Agent
After several years pushing for a local VA clinic to be established in Collin County for North Texas’ many veterans, I am pleased to announce the location for the new VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) will be at 3804 West. 15th Street, Plano, Texas 75075. 
On April 17, 2006, a 16-year old American high school student named Daniel Wultz was murdered by an Islamic Jihad suicide bomber while touring Tel Aviv. Six years later, the court ordered the Iranian government to pay the family $323 million in damages because they provided material support to the terrorists who murdered Daniel. 
Last week I sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter seeking information on the appalling sexual abuse of children reportedly occurring in Afghanistan and requesting the Department of Defense’s (DoD) plan to eradicate this despicable violation of human rights. The letter follows recent reports of potentially widespread sexual abuse of young boys in Afghanistan, a practice known as “Bacha Bazi.” 
Last week I voted in support of H.R. 3457, the Justice for Victims of Iranian Terrorism Act. This bill seeks to hold Iran accountable by requiring it to pay court-ordered compensation to victims of its state-sponsored terrorist attacks before the United States lifts any sanctions. The House passed the bill 251-173. 
As the new co-chairman of the Georgian Caucus, it was an honor and privilege to welcome President Margvelashvili and members of the Georgian Parliament to the U.S. Congress. Georgia is a strong and important ally of the United States, and our two nations could have an even stronger partnership if Georgia was admitted into NATO and the European Union. 
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Jeb Bush's big moment at the last debate came when he reminded Donald Trump that his brother kept America safe. This line received applause but what Bush, or for that matter, Rubio and others, have failed to do is explain why George Bush kept us safer. 
National security is a top concern for many Americans. In today’s world, we are constantly reminded of the need to maintain a strong military in the hopes that we will never have to use it. Congress has a sacred responsibility to provide for our nation’s defense. We must never forget the sacrifices those who serve make to protect our freedom. Today I voted to ensure our men and women in uniform have the resources they need. 
Pope Francis asked all Catholics to pray for those “who seek a home where they can live without fear” but went further by actually 
The trial of the two men accused of murdering U.S. Border Patrol Brian Terry has been a long time coming. During the nearly five years since his murder, Terry’s family has been forced to endure unimaginable frustration, pain and other indignities from the federal government he swore an oath to serve and protect. 
