Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act Passes House

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The Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act passed the House 360-61.

American ports are the backbone of our economy, with ninety-nine percent of our overseas cargo moving through our ports and more than seventy-six thousand jobs in the 27th District of Texas alone directly impacted by port activity. That’s why I authored language in the WIIN Act designed to improve our nation’s infrastructure. Read more about Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act Passes House

Given Our Current Global Commitments and Tremendous Challenges Facing the New Administration, It Is Imperative to Equip Our Commanders for the Tough Task Ahead

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The 2017 National Defense Authorization Act is a major step toward improving readiness and enhancing the ability of our servicemen and women to defend our nation. The NDAA is not a perfect piece of legislation; inevitably bills of its size and scope fail to address every concern and often interfere in issues unrelated to a bill’s core mission. Read more about Given Our Current Global Commitments and Tremendous Challenges Facing the New Administration, It Is Imperative to Equip Our Commanders for the Tough Task Ahead

ISIS has flooded Europe with 1,500 highly-trained terrorists ‘ready to launch attacks’, chilling EU report claims

The Day of Infamy Has Become A Day for Remembrance, Reflection, and Above All, Gratitude

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Yesterday I delivered a speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate commemorating the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and heralding the arrival of a new administration that embraces our allies and demonstrates renewed resolve to assume once more the mantle of leadership:

On this Pearl Harbor Day we should learn the lessons of the past, and seize new opportunities for America in Asia and beyond. Read more about The Day of Infamy Has Become A Day for Remembrance, Reflection, and Above All, Gratitude

Immigrants and Patriotism

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Donald Trump’s campaign has certainly galvanized feelings of nationalism and patriotism.  John Fonte and John O’Sullivan even wrote that Trump’s election victory represent a “return of American nationalism.”  It’s no coincidence then that he spoke about immigration as much as he did.  There is a common belief that immigrants and th Read more about Immigrants and Patriotism

Pearl Harbor at 75: Seven incredible things that happened after the attack

Obama Trumped Again: Trump Bringing 50,000 More Manufacturing Jobs

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In yet another stroke of ordinary for Trump, he outflanks Obama. Before the man has moved in a picture of Melania and the kids, Trump continues to make presidential moves.

I predicted that President-elect Trump would continue to make these type of moves, until inauguration day. And with each announcement, Obama’s stock drops faster than a dehydrated Hillary Clinton. Read more about Obama Trumped Again: Trump Bringing 50,000 More Manufacturing Jobs

Senate Republicans Introduce Resolution Calling on Smithsonian to Honor Justice Clarence Thomas

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Tuesday I introduced a resolution, along with five Senate Republicans, recognizing the historical importance of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and calling on the National Museum of African American History and Culture to properly honor his life and work. Read more about Senate Republicans Introduce Resolution Calling on Smithsonian to Honor Justice Clarence Thomas

Houston Cops Gifted Protective Vests for Rifle Rounds

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For the first time, front-line Houston police officers are being issued ballistic vests capable of protecting them from rounds fired from high-velocity rifles. Read more about Houston Cops Gifted Protective Vests for Rifle Rounds

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