Security

A strong national defense is vital in a post-9/11 world. That includes comprehensive border security. In keeping us safe, the government may be tempted to overreach in ways disturbing to those of us who value our liberty above all else. Spying on Americans in the name of security is unacceptable. Finding the right balance between our national security and our freedoms is essential in keeping Americans safe from terrorists who want to kill us because they hate our way of life.

Today in the Senate Judiciary Committee, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed with U.S.
House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) joined Airmen, local leaders, and Gold Star families of TORQE 62 at Dyess Air Force Base to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the tragic crash in Afghanistan that claimed the...
Congressman Keith Self (TX-03) introduced the bipartisan Subsidiary Transactions Oversight and Protection (STOP) Shells Act, legislation to strengthen U.S. export controls by ensuring subsidiaries of blacklisted...
House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement in response to the tragic shooting at a Dallas ICE facility that left two detainees dead, one injured, and the shooter deceased:  
Sunday, I made a big announcement on 
Charlie was courageous, brilliant, compassionate, and powerfully honest. He was a strong Christian who boldly proclaimed the Gospel. Charlie loved our country deeply, and we will forever remember him and honor his legacy...
Today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn hosted a press conference with a group of his Senate GOP colleagues to highlight the successof President Trump’s crackdown on crime in the nation’s capital and also welcomed Anna Giaritelli,...
This past week marked four years since thirteen innocent U.S. service members lost their lives at Abbey Gate during the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Our nation is still grieving their loss. We will not forget the...
Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) held a roundtable with law enforcement from the West Texas region and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on oilfield theft within the Permian Basin. 
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy, sent a letter to President Trump urging the administration to formally recognize the Republic of...
Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement on the second anniversary of the horrific October 7th attacks on Israel.
Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) introduced the Reducing Unnecessary Slowdowns in Handling (RUSH) Act. This legislation codifies clear, statutory timelines for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco,...
U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) released the following statements after their Strengthening Child Exploitation Enforcement Act, which would close loopholes in existing criminal child sexual abuse...
Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) secured the approval of a bipartisan amendment to the must-pass FY26 NDAA. This amendment, supported by the entire San Antonio congressional delegation, directs the Department of Defense to...
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement on the assassination and passing of Charlie Kirk.
Today, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released a statement on the anniversary of the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, and urged the Senate to pass his American Victims of Terrorism Compensation Act (AVTCA),...
Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) is inviting high school students to register now for the 2025 Summit for Emerging American Leaders, taking place Saturday, September 27th at The Glenn Performing Arts Center at The John...
Congressman Jake Ellzey will be hosting three Service Academy Forums this September for students, parents, and school personnel across Texas’ 6th Congressional District.
For years, liberal soft-on-crime policies have devastated countless innocent families and individuals in our nation’s capital—with D.C. ranking among the most dangerous cities in America. Thankfully, these policies end now...
I am thrilled that President Trump signed the ACES Act into law this week.

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