| Visiting the Southern Border in Arizona |
I had a great trip to the border in Arizona this week.
I met with Sheriffs, CBP officers, DEA agents, ranchers, and others to learn more about what’s happening on our southern border – illegal crossings, drug smuggling, and human trafficking, just to name a few.
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| Mob Rule Should Never be Tolerated in America |
This is America – mob rule should NEVER be tolerated. Washington state officials must get this under control quickly!
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| Attending the Transition to Greatness Roundtable |
I was proud to join President Trump, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary, Ben Carson, U.S. Attorney General, Bill Barr, local pastors, and several of my Texas colleagues on Thursday in Dallas for the Transition to Greatness Roundtable.
The President and his Administration have good things in store for this nation with the overall goal being to ensure the protection and prosperity of Americans.
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| U.S. Coast Guard Seizes More Than $400 Million in Illegal Drugs |
This week, the U.S. Coast Guard seized 30,000 pounds in illegal drugs worth more than $400 million. Thank you to our military men and women for working day and night to protect Americans and keep illicit narcotics out of the country.
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| Participating in the Tyler County Dogwood Parade |
I enjoyed participating in the Tyler County Dogwood Parade Saturday morning in Woodville.
The COVID-19 pandemic certainly delayed this annual event, but it didn’t stop us from celebrating a tradition that’s been ongoing for 77 years.
It was great visiting with everyone who attended the parade!
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| ICYMI: 2.5 Million U.S. Jobs Added to the Market in May |
During the month of May, 2.5 million U.S. jobs were added back to the market – surpassing predictions by 10 million!
The economy is recovering – let’s continue to reopen.
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| Congratulating the 2020 Congressional Art Competition Winner |
I hosted a virtual awards reception on Saturday, June 6, with the students and families who participated in the 36th Congressional District’s Congressional Art Competition. This year’s theme was “Memories of the Battleship Texas.”
First place was awarded to Lily Grace Niemann, a sophomore at Niemann Christian Academy in Woodville, TX. Her artwork titled “Remembering the Texas: A Glimpse of Glory,” depicting the Battleship Texas at the Battle of Okinawa during World War II, will be displayed in the United States Capitol Building for an entire year.
I applaud each of the students who overcame the school disruptions caused by COVID-19 to participate in this year’s Congressional Art Competition. Every piece submitted was unique and beautiful. I’m always proud to see artwork from Southeast Texas as I pass by the national exhibit in the U.S. Capitol. Holding the virtual art competition reception on June 6 – the 76th anniversary of D-Day – worked very well with this year’s theme since the Battleship Texas contributed greatly to the Allied victory achieved at Normandy, France those many years ago. I’d like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all who took the time to compete and offer a special congratulations to our 2020 winner, Lily.
To read my full press release, please click here.
Take a moment to view our second place, third place, and honorable mentions below:
Second Place: Emalee Springfield (top left)
Third Place: Skylar Rutherford (top right)
Honorable Mentions: Madelyn Landrum (bottom left) and Gabriella Landrum (bottom right)
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| Antifa Disgracefully Compared to D-Day Heroes |
Comparing Antifa thugs to D-Day heroes is disgraceful. The soldiers of the Greatest Generation fought and died to defeat tyranny and defend the very freedoms Antifa tries to destroy. Shame on those who equate the heroics of D-Day with burning down a mom and pop business.
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| Visiting the Southern Border in Arizona (cont'd) |
I'm glad to report that progress is being made on the construction of President Trump's border wall in southern Arizona! Old sections of wall are being removed and replaced with new 30-foot wall every day. I explain more in the video below.
I visited with Cochise County Sheriff, Mark Dannels, while in Arizona. Sheriff Dannels knows firsthand how important it is to secure our nation's southern border and welcomes the construction of the President's new wall with open arms!
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| Wishing President Trump a Happy Birthday |
Today, join me in wishing our brave Commander in Chief a Happy Birthday! I'm grateful to be working with President Trump to ensure America remains the greatest nation in the world.
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| Congressman Jim Jordan Hit the Nail on the Head |
Congressman Jim Jordan hit the nail on the head in his opening statement during the House Judiciary Committee hearing this week about the murder of George Floyd and Patrick Underwood, ongoing riots/protests, and the radical new “defund the police” narrative.
Worth the watch!
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| Talking Border Wall on the Mike Gallagher Show |
It was great joining Sam Malone on the Mike Gallagher Show Wednesday morning from the border in southern Arizona.
Listen below!
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| California Prioritizes Illegal Aliens Over Homeless Americans |
California continues to have the largest homeless population in the U.S. Tragically, they'd rather give available funds (millions of taxpayer dollars) to illegal aliens than help the thousands of American citizens living on the streets.
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| Happy 245th Birthday to the U.S. Army |
Happy 245th Birthday to the U.S. Army! We thank the brave men and women of the U.S. Army – past and present – for their dedication and many sacrifices to our great nation.
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| GREAT NEWS: The NASDAQ Closed at Over 10,000 for the First Time Ever |
On Wednesday, the NASDAQ closed at over 10,000 for the first time ever. This is welcomed progress as the economy continues to make positive strides toward the historic levels reached before COVID-19 closed the nation.
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| Illegal Smuggling Occurring on the Border |
Illegal aliens try to trespass into our country every single day. Unfortunately, some succeed. We’re very lucky to have such hardworking men and women patrolling America’s borders, apprehending as many of those attempting to break our laws as possible.
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| RSC Releases New National Security Strategy |
I’m proud to be a member of a solutions-oriented team of conservatives that prioritizes America’s national security AND addresses our threats abroad. This foreign policy was drafted by those devoted to keeping America first!
Read the Republican Study Committee’s (RSC) National Security Strategy below.
To read the RSC's National Security Strategy, please click here.
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| Senate Confirms New Air Force Chief of Staff |
Congratulations General Charles Brown on being confirmed as the new U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff on Tuesday.
Aim high, fly-fight-win!
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| Defunding or Dismantling the Police is the Wrong Call |
Defunding or dismantling the police is the WRONG CALL. Crime rates would soar, and Americans would be placed in unnecessary danger. The majority of law enforcement would lay down their lives to protect you. Great Op-Ed and statistics in the Washington Examiner ⬇️.
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| OTD in U.S. History |
On this day (OTD), in 1777, the U.S. officially adopted its flag by resolution in the Second Continental Congress. The resolution read that “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white,” and that “the union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.”
More than 100 years later, in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation designating June 14 as Flag Day; however, it is not an official federal holiday.
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| COVID-19 Call Centers |
If you're experiencing flu-like symptoms (fever or cough), shortness of breath, or believe you've been exposed to the novel coronavirus, please call your county's COVID-19 call center.
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| Current COVID-19 Numbers in the U.S. |
As of June 13, 2020, the current number of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths in the U.S. are as follows:
Total Cases: 2,038,344
Total Deaths: 114,625
These numbers have most likely changed as more tests are becoming available each day. You can keep track on the CDC's webpage below.
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| Stay Tuned to the CDC's Website |
Remember you can always find current information and guidance on COVID-19 by visiting the CDC's regularly updated website.
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| Stay Updated on COVID-19 Cases in Texas |
To view the latest number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Texas or get answers to Texas-specific questions or concerns, please visit the Texas Department of State Health Services' website below.
You can also contact them by calling (877) 570-9779 or by emailing coronavirus@dshs.texas.gov.
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