Today, one doesn’t have to look far to see things which should be of concern to America, assuming they are looking and ‘care’. People have too often given up, they no longer watch the news, read a newspaper, listen to the radio, or even discuss ‘issues’ with their neighbors. They behave this way because they are on overload (or want to feel good). Read more about Recognizing Evil When We See It
The owners of the largest alligator adventure park in southeast Texas says that more than 350 of their alligators have escaped and are outside of the sanctuary because of Hurricane Harvey-related flooding. There are other reptiles loose within the facility. Read more about TEXAS FLOODS: 350 Alligators Escape from East Texas Gator Farm
Many Houston residents have lost their homes or suffered flood damage as a result of Harvey. If you are a victim of the recent flooding in Harris County, resources are available to you. As always, should you need assistance with regard to FEMA benefits, please contact my D.C. office at (202) 225-2571. Read more about Hurricane Harvey Resources
Yesterday I joined Governor Greg Abbott, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Brock Long, and local officials for a briefing at the Texas Department of Public Safety office in Corpus Christi. Following the press conference, we surveyed damage in Rockport in the Coastal Bend region of Texas. Read more about Cornyn Visits Coastal Bend Region, Surveys Damage from Harvey
Due to continuing rain and flooding in Houston, I regret that roadways are blocked and I will be unable to travel out of the city to join Gov. Abbott, Sen. Cornyn, and other state and local officials down in Corpus Christi this afternoon. I will remain in Houston, working closely with federal, state, and local officials continue providing relief to those impacted by the storm. Read more about Hurricane Harvey Rescue and Recovery Efforts