John Cornyn
January 25th, 2022
While six flags have flown over Texas, the one we know and love today has withstood the test of time. Whenever we catch a glimpse of the Lone Star flag billowing in the wind, let's take a moment to thank our lucky stars for...
January 20th, 2022
Wednesday on the floor, I discussed the Democrats’ plan to end the legislative filibuster and potential ramifications should they be successful.
January 12th, 2022
The truth is this is not about voting rights. This is about a partisan political power grab, and they are just trying to dress it up and sell it as something else.
January 6th, 2022
Senator Schumer is apparently afraid of the foot beats behind him from the progressives, as is President Biden, and is trying to do things that frankly not even Democrats are willing to swallow.
January 3rd, 2022
This legislation will help us prevent tragedies on bases like the heartbreaking deaths of soldiers at Fort Hood by requiring updates to military installation security procedures and by focusing on stronger partnerships...
December 29th, 2021
An homage to America’s Medal of Honor recipients in our nation’s capital will remind visitors and residents alike of what it means to put your country first.
December 23rd, 2021
Given Texas’ critical role in powering our country and facilitating trade, protecting our coast isn’t just a state or local priority – it’s a national imperative – and I will continue fighting for Texas’ coast to have a...
December 17th, 2021
Legislation I authored was included in this year’s NDAA to benefit Texas military instillations and servicemembers as well as support ongoing national security efforts.
December 1st, 2021
Tuesday on the floor, I discussed the budget gimmicks being used by Democrats to artificially lower the cost of their tax-and-spend legislation.
November 29th, 2021
With a vibrant and long-standing space, defense, telecommunications industry, and manufacturing history, Texas is uniquely situated to foster the innovative environment in which the NSTC and NAPMP can thrive with broad...
January 24th, 2022
I recently introduced the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act, which would authorize the President to enter into lend-lease agreements directly with Ukraine and provide military equipment necessary to protect...
January 19th, 2022
I recently sent a letter to President Joe Biden encouraging his Administration to continue pushing for the safe release of Austin Tice, a Houston native, Marine veteran, and journalist who has been held captive in Syria for...
January 11th, 2022
Our colleagues have made repeated attempts to overhaul our nation's elections and give the federal government unprecedented power to manage America's elections.
January 5th, 2022
This legislation will ensure that debt accrued while being trafficked cannot continue to damage victims’ financial reputation long after the abuse has ended.
December 30th, 2021
According to this timeless Southern tradition, eating a black-eyed pea on New Year’s Day brings good luck for the year ahead.
December 27th, 2021
Even at times when we seem irreparably polarized, the truth of the matter is there are real opportunities to address some of the biggest challenges facing our country in a bipartisan way.
December 20th, 2021
The Democratic Leader is on track to miss yet another deadline.
December 8th, 2021
I applaud my colleagues in the House for moving my legislation, which would help prevent conflicts of interest and ensure federal judges are subject to the same level of transparency as other officials.
November 30th, 2021
Monday on the floor, I discussed Senate Democrats’ failure to complete the basic functions of governing, including providing for the national defense, avoiding default on the national debt, and funding the government.
November 24th, 2021
This is a reckless tax-and-spending spree that will benefit the wealthiest of Americans at the cost of working families. The last thing we need to do is to line the pockets of wealthy Americans while driving up the cost of...