Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Call Out DOJ’s Campaign to Spy on Personal Communications of Congressional Staff

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and ranking member on the Subcommittee on The Constitution, along with Sens. Mike Lee (R-Utah) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland confronting the Department of Justice for surveilling the personal communications of attorneys advising congressional oversight committees. Read more about Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Call Out DOJ’s Campaign to Spy on Personal Communications of Congressional Staff

The Pecan Tale of Plenty

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As the days grow shorter and cooler, pecan trees in Texas prepare for their annual debut. Leaves take on hues of amber and crimson, painting a breathtaking landscape that attracts visitors from near and far. Amidst this natural transformation, pecans reach peak maturity and are ready to break through their sturdy shells. Read more about The Pecan Tale of Plenty

Sacrifice in Its Greatest Form

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As the son of a WWII B-17 bombardier, I am eternally grateful for the sacrifice of so many brave men and women who — like my father — answered the call to serve. Each year, Veterans Day stands as an opportunity to honor those who have risked everything for this country, and I'd like to recognize and thank the valiant, selfless, and courageous men and women who have put their lives on the line for the sake of our nation. Read more about Sacrifice in Its Greatest Form

Texas Legislature Tries Again with Bills Making Illegal Border Crossings a State Crime

Immigration experts say the most recent proposals would raise constitutional challenges in the U.S. and Mexico, as federal courts have repeatedly ruled that immigration law enforcement falls under federal jurisdiction.

Republican lawmakers who control both chambers have largely been in agreement about their desire to pass the border security legislation — but in the most recent special session that ended Tuesday, their efforts unraveled amid political bickering. Read more about Texas Legislature Tries Again with Bills Making Illegal Border Crossings a State Crime

Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation To Strengthen Military Readiness

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Last week, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) reintroduced the Securing American Acquisitions, Readiness, and Military Stockpiles (ARMS) Act, which strengthens the Department of Defense’s (DoD) procurement authorities to replenish our military’s defense stocks following a transfer of lethal aid to an American ally or partner. Read more about Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation To Strengthen Military Readiness

Pfluger Bill Ending Chinese Infiltration Of Universities Passes Committee

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Today, Homeland Security Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Subcommittee Chairman August Pfluger's legislation,  Read more about Pfluger Bill Ending Chinese Infiltration Of Universities Passes Committee

Cornyn Blasts Schumer for Calling Israel Aid Bill a ‘Joke’

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U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) blasted the Democratic Majority Leader for refusing to allow a vote on the $14.3 billion Israel aid and domestic spending cuts package that passed the House of Representatives last week and admonished President Biden for threatening to veto the bill. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn’s remarks are below, and video can be found here. Read more about Cornyn Blasts Schumer for Calling Israel Aid Bill a ‘Joke’

Rep. Roy issues statement after House votes to censure Rashida Tlaib

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Representative Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement after the House voted to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib (MI-12):  Read more about Rep. Roy issues statement after House votes to censure Rashida Tlaib

Iranian Sanctions Enforcement Act

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Iran is using its oil revenue to fund terror around the world—including Hamas’ barbaric terrorist attack on Israel. The United States cannot allow this behavior to go unchecked. Read more about Iranian Sanctions Enforcement Act

Reining in the EPA and Promoting Domestic Energy

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The Biden Administration’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) extreme anti-energy policies and unchecked regulations have stifled economic opportunities, raised costs for Americans, burdened businesses and domestic energy producers, and increased our dependence on foreign adversaries like China. Read more about Reining in the EPA and Promoting Domestic Energy

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