In the News
September 4, 2019
President Trump’s quest to use military construction money to help build the border wall will fund 52 miles of new steel bollard barriers in Laredo, while eliminating $18.5 million for a new dining hall at the Camp Bullis training range.
Issues:Immigration
August 29, 2019
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Despite flurry around racially-charged statements, an ongoing trade war, and recent poll numbers showing Democratic candidates defeating the incumbent President Donald Trump in 2020, national and state Republicans pitch a consistent message: the President's policies have led to the longest economic expansion in history.
Thursday, the Trump Victory campaign, the Republican National Committee, and the Texas GOP hosted an economic roundtable at Thomas Graphics, a printing shop, as part of a nationwide tour called "Open for Business."
Issues:Growing Our Economy
August 27, 2019
Welcome, Roadrunners new and returning! Whether you are learning your way around campus or embracing your last year, we need thoughtful leaders like you. I implore you to get involved. As a member of Congress that represents San Antonio and the downtown UTSA campus, I want to hear from you. From issues like net neutrality to climate action, I welcome your advice and advocacy.
August 27, 2019
Welcome to campus, Bobcats, both new and returning! Whether you are learning your way around campus or embracing your last year, we need thoughtful leaders like you. I implore you to get involved. As a member of Congress representing much of San Marcos, I am working to serve you and enjoy welcoming new Bobcats at convocation. From federal issues like healthcare and net neutrality to the urgent need to act on climate change, I welcome your advice and advocacy.
August 27, 2019
Welcome to campus, Longhorns! Whether you are learning your way around campus or embracing your last year, we need thoughtful leaders like you. I implore you to get involved. As a lifelong Longhorn who grew up a few blocks from campus, met my wife on campus, and was originally elected to represent all University neighborhoods, I have learned so much here — and now am working to serve you. From federal issues like healthcare to climate change, I welcome your advice and advocacy.
August 25, 2019
Back to school is an exciting time for students from pre-K to college. August brings school supplies, reunions with friends, and the welcome approach of the volleyball season, as well as Friday night Rattlers and Bears football games.
August 21, 2019
While reports forecasting a climate change apocalypse and doomsday climate scenarios may get our momentary attention, they are not producing action. Even as we see the impact of climate change in devastating, intensified weather and the spread of disease, we have not changed the hearts and minds of enough Americans—or, at least, those with the power to change the climate landscape.
Issues:Protecting Our Planet
August 17, 2019
As the sun set over downtown on Saturday, hundreds gathered at the Capitol steps to demand gun reform legislation.
August 6, 2019
How moving to see hundreds of neighbors and key community leaders at Main Plaza Sunday evening, sharing sorrow and expressing sympathies to the many suffering from tragedy.
August 6, 2019
At this moment of great distress, we come together to share sorrow and to express our sympathies to the many who are suffering from this weekend’s tragic events. We can barely comprehend the unbearable grief of the families of those who will never come home from their shopping trip or night out.