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Babin Statement on House Passage of DHS Funding to Secure the Homeland

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (R-TX), Co-Chair of the Border Caucus, released the following statement after the House passed critical legislation to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security:

“For more than a month, Senate Democrats have held our homeland security hostage, refusing to fund the very agencies tasked with protecting the American people. Today, House Republicans acted to fully fund DHS, end the dysfunction, and put the safety of our nation first.

Once again, Democrats have chosen violent criminal illegal aliens over the American people. Since their push to defund and weaken homeland security, the consequences have been undeniable: a radical Islamic terrorist carrying out a mass shooting, an innocent young American college student killed by an illegal alien in Chicago, and travelers stuck in hours-long TSA lines as our system strains under pressure. The recent heartbreaking plane crash at LaGuardia Airport only underscores how vulnerable we have become.

This is the direct result of policies that prioritize those here illegally over the citizens government is meant to serve. It is an insult to every American that, even after these tragedies, Democrats refuse to stand with the law enforcement officers and border agents working tirelessly to keep our communities safe. You cannot weaken enforcement and claim to support public safety.

Enough is enough. The American people deserve a government that puts their safety first, and House Republicans will continue fighting to secure our borders, enforce our laws, and defend this nation with the strength it demands.”

Babin Statement on Iran

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brian Babin, D.D.S. (TX-36) released a statement on Operation Epic Fury.

“President Trump is taking decisive action against the terrorist regime in Iran, a regime that has destabilized the Middle East, threatened our allies, and targeted Americans for nearly half a century. The era of appeasement is over. The day of accountability has arrived. For too long, Iran’s leaders have spread chaos beyond their borders while denying their own people freedom. President Trump is making clear that the United States will not tolerate nuclear ambitions nor terror proxies. America First means protecting our citizens, defending our allies, and ensuring that no hostile regime ever believes it can challenge us without consequence. I am praying for the brave men and women in uniform who are putting their lives on the line to secure the blessings of liberty for our children and grandchildren. Their courage safeguards our homeland. America stands strong. America stands resolute. And America will always defend freedom.”

Babin’s Birthright Citizenship Act Included in Republican Study Committee Budget

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) announced today that his Birthright Citizenship Act has been included in the Republican Study Committee’s Fiscal Year 2026 Budget, marking a major step forward in the effort to restore the rule of law and protect the integrity of American citizenship.

The Republican Study Committee (RSC), serves as the conservative caucus of House Republicans and a leading policy force on the Right. Inclusion in the RSC budget reflects strong support among House conservatives for ending the misuse of birthright citizenship.

The Birthright Citizenship Act aligns with President Donald J. Trump’s commitment to make birthright citizenship reform a national priority and restore the 14th Amendment to its original intent.

This legislation ensures that automatic U.S. citizenship applies only to children born in the United States with at least one parent who is:

A U.S. citizen or national;
A lawful permanent resident residing in the United States; or
A lawful immigrant serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces.

“America’s citizenship laws must reflect fairness, sovereignty, and respect for the rule of law,” said Congressman Babin. “This legislation closes a dangerous loophole that encourages illegal immigration and exploits one of the most valuable privileges our nation offers. Citizenship should be protected, not abused.”

With its inclusion in the RSC budget, the Birthright Citizenship Act continues to gain momentum as Republicans advance policies that secure the border, uphold the Constitution, and put American citizens first.

Babin Votes for NDAA Advancing President Trump’s Peace Through Strength Agenda

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brian Babin, D.D.S. (TX-36) voted in favor of the Passage of S. 1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.

“Today, I proudly voted YES on the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act. This legislation delivers on President Trump and Republicans’ promise of Peace Through Strength by ensuring the U.S. military remains the most lethal and ready force in the world,” said Babin. “The NDAA revitalizes our defense industrial base, improves the quality of life for our servicemembers with a 4% pay raise, expands cutting-edge technologies, and restores merit-based promotions and admissions to our service academies. It also roots out woke ideology, counters antisemitism, and protects America’s economic and national security interests. From strengthening our nuclear deterrent and maritime capabilities to securing our southwest border, this bill equips our military to deter adversaries and protect our homeland. I’m proud to stand with President Trump and House Republicans in delivering this critical legislation to keep America strong and safe.”

Babin Votes to Release Epstein Files

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Congressman Brian Babin, D.D.S. (R-TX), released the following statement after voting to release the Jeffrey Epstein files:

“Jeffrey Epstein was patient zero for Trump Derangement Syndrome. Democrats had these files for four years and did nothing; now, suddenly, they’re crying for transparency? I believe in full transparency for the American people, which is why I voted to release everything. But this is clearly just a political sideshow. Meanwhile, Stacey Plaskett (D-V.I.) was literally caught texting Epstein in the middle of a congressional hearing, and the Left says nothing. While Republicans call for real accountability, Democrats obsess over distractions, and our focus must stay on what really matters: making life more affordable for American families.” Congressman Babin said.

Background:

Over 65,000 pages of documentation, including more than 20,000 from the Epstein Estate, have been released and made public by the Republicans on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

The Oversight Committee has also:

Released the transcript of former U.S. Attorney General William Barr’s deposition

Subpoenaed the Justice Department's records

Subpoenaed Bill and Hillary Clinton

Subpoenaed the Epstein Estate

Subpoenaed Ghislaine Maxwell

Babin Votes to End Democrat Shutdown, Reopen the Government, and Restore Fiscal Responsibility

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after voting to end the government shutdown and reopen the federal government:

“For 43 days, Democrats held the government hostage and forced needless hardship on American families, workers, and communities. After weeks of chaos and obstruction, they finally caved to reality and joined Republicans and President Trump in reopening the government. Thanks to Republican leadership, we passed a clean, responsible continuing resolution that immediately reopens the government, blocks another bloated Christmas omnibus, and puts an end to the Democrats’ political games. Democrats caused this shutdown, inflicted the pain, and walked away with nothing. Republicans and President Trump are fighting to restore regular order, return to line-by-line budgeting, and prioritize taxpayers. We are fighting for the America First agenda and to bring fiscal sanity back to Washington.”

ICYMI: Chairman Babin in Newsmax — “Schumer’s Shutdown: Every Day ‘Gets Better’ for Democrats, Worse for America”

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In case you missed it, U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36), Chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, authored an op-ed in Newsmax exposing the political games behind the ongoing Democrat-led government shutdown and its devastating impact on hardworking Americans.

In his piece, Babin calls out Senate Democrats for holding the government hostage over partisan demands—hurting troops, border agents, and working families across the nation.“The American people deserve better. They deserve a government that works for them, not against them,” Babin wrote. “A government that funds its troops, secures its border, unleashes American energy, and keeps our economy strong.”

The full op-ed is available here and below.

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Schumer’s Shutdown: Every Day 'Gets Better' for Democrats, Worse for America

It didn’t have to be this way.

For three weeks, hardworking Americans, from our troops and border agents to TSA workers and park rangers, have been caught in the crossfire of a completely avoidable government shutdown.

This isn't about healthcare, protecting Americans, or fiscal responsibility. It's about politics, plain and simple. It's Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS).

We did our job as U.S. House Republicans. We passed a clean, commonsense continuing resolution to fund the government at the same levels the Democrats themselves supported thirteen times before. We voted to keep the lights on, to pay our troops, and to protect vital health care services for the American people. But Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., refused. They chose to hold the government hostage in exchange for their wish list of radical left-wing policies, including a $450 billion bailout for Obamacare subsidies that were meant to be temporary COVID-19 pandemic measures.

They're dying on the hill of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), convincing Americans it's in their best interest, when all the program does is line the pockets of insurers and limit patient access to networks. They say they're fighting for you and your healthcare. In reality, their funding bill strips support for rural hospitals out of the One Big Beautiful Bill (the OBBBA). Democrats are deceiving the American people, causing pain in the process, and bragging about it.

Sen. Schumer was quoted saying, "Every day it gets better" for Democrats during this shutdown. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., has also previously declared, "It is not normal for us to shut down the government when we don't get what we want." But that's exactly what they've done. On top of that, a senior Democratic aide said they're not conceding "short of planes falling out of the sky."

Shameful.

If not for President Trump's leadership, our servicemembers and their families would still be going without paychecks. He also used $300 million of tariff revenue to temporarily fund the Women, Infants, and Children program (WIC), which many rely on. He used his authority to reallocate funds so that the men and women who defend our freedom, and our most vulnerable, wouldn't suffer because of Washington's dysfunction. However, millions of American families are feeling the ripple effects. From delayed travel and suspended small business loans to missed paychecks and strained household budgets, the consequences are real, and unnecessary. It has been estimated that Texas's Gross State Product is declining by approximately $1.4 billion each week, and 4,100 people will have lost their jobs.

And that's just in Texas.

This is what happens when Democrats put politics before people. When they prioritize their party's talking points over the livelihoods of Americans. When they weaponize the federal government to score headlines instead of doing their jobs. Make no mistake: this shutdown is not about Republicans refusing to fund the government, it's about Democrats refusing to lead responsibly. It was only one year ago that Sen. Schumer said, "Keeping the government open will mean no poison pills or reckless partisan posturing."

It'd be nice if he could stand by those beliefs now.

The American people deserve better. They deserve a government that works for them, not against them. A government that funds its troops, secures its border, unleashes American energy, and keeps our economy strong. House Republicans have already shown we're willing to do the work. Thirty-two days ago, we voted to keep the government open, and we haven't gone anywhere. It's time for Senate Democrats to stop playing games, end this political stunt, and get back to governing.

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Babin Statement on Impending Government Shutdown: “Delivering Results, Not Political Theater”

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement as Democrats recklessly drive the nation toward a government shutdown at midnight:

“Democrats are holding the government hostage to force through $1.5 trillion in radical pet projects. House Republicans did our job. We passed the clean, short-term funding bill that Democrats themselves had asked for, with no gimmicks, no partisan riders, and no tricks. Keep in mind, they voted for this 13 times under President Biden,” said Rep. Babin. “But out of pure political desperation, they voted against their own demands, barreling us toward a shutdown at midnight. Let’s be clear: Republicans voted to keep government open, protect military paychecks, support our veterans, and keep vital services running. Democrats voted for a shutdown. Their rabble-rousing is not in the name of good governance. It is about Democrats choosing political theater over the American people, simply because they hate President Trump and the America First agenda more than they care for you.”

Babin Applauds Passage of FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) released the following statement after voting in support of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):

“Now more than ever, America’s military and defense systems must be effective, efficient, and unmatched. The 2026 NDAA bolsters funding for military activities and construction, and strengthens the Department of Energy’s critical defense operations, including nuclear security. By funding our newly renamed Department of War, we can ensure our men and women in uniform have the tools, training, and resources to fight and win,” said Rep. Brian Babin, D.D.S.

“The United States military represents the best of America, fighting for all we hold dear. Under President Trump, the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Space Force have already hit their recruitment goals for 2025, a testament to restored confidence in America’s military strength and mission. At this pivotal moment in our Nation’s history, the FY2026 NDAA marks a major step forward in strengthening American resolve both at home and abroad. I was proud to support it.”

Statement from Congressman Brian Babin on the Passing of J. Bruce Bugg Jr.

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

“I was deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Chairman J. Bruce Bugg Jr. This is a tremendous loss for Texas. Bruce was not only a friend but a devoted public servant whose leadership at TXDOT helped transform transportation across our state. I had the privilege of working with him on multiple occasions and witnessed firsthand his passion for improving infrastructure, mobility, and safety for all Texans. His legacy will endure for generations. Roxanne and I send our heartfelt prayers and condolences to his family during this difficult time.”