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  • Health

    Catholic Vote President: Underage children receiving hormone therapy treatments 'is child abuse'

    Catholic Vote President Brian Burch said the Texas appeals court decision to allow minors to undergo hormone treatments without investigations into the parents is "child abuse."

  • Local Government

    Governor Abbott Strengthens Texas’ Economic Partnership With The United Kingdom

    Governor Greg Abbott of Texas recently concluded a successful economic development mission to the United Kingdom aimed at bolstering the economic partnership between Texas and the UK. The trip, organized by the Governor’s Economic Development & Tourism Office and the Texas Economic Development Corporation, focused on enhancing trade relations and attracting new business investments to Texas.During the visit, Governor Abbott expressed his enthusiasm for the economic opportunities available in Texas, stating, "Texas is a state of infinite economic opportunities." He...

  • Local Government

    Texas Transports Over 105,000 Migrants To Sanctuary Cities

    Texas Governor Greg Abbott, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard, continues to make significant strides in securing the border and combating criminal activity. Since the commencement of Operation Lone Star, a joint initiative, there have been more than 504,900 illegal immigrant apprehensions and over 40,600 criminal arrests, with over 36,300 felony charges. Additionally, Texas law enforcement has seized a staggering 469 million lethal doses of fentanyl during this mission.As part of the operation, Texas has...

  • Local Government

    Cornyn on Schumer’s Israel Speech: ‘Deeply Disrespectful’

    WASHINGTON – Today on the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) criticized Democrat Leader Schumer for his speech regarding Israel. Cornyn expressed his disapproval, stating, "I was shocked to hear the comments of the Senate Majority Leader this morning excoriating our closest ally, the only democracy in the Middle East."In his remarks, Cornyn emphasized the importance of supporting Israel, stating, "We need to stand with Israel. They need to be able to finish the job not because they want to, but because they must in order to continue to exist."Cornyn further...

  • Local Government

    Cornyn, Bennet Introduce Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Seniors

    U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Michael Bennet have introduced the Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act in an effort to reduce prescription drug costs for seniors. The bill aims to promote competition and encourage physicians to prescribe biosimilar medications with lower out-of-pocket costs.Sen. Cornyn highlighted the importance of the legislation by stating, “Far too many seniors forgo treatment because they can’t afford the high cost of prescription drugs.” He further explained, “This legislation would help lower the costs of prescription drugs by expanding access to...

  • Local Government

    Governor Abbott Celebrates Bond Between UK, Texas During Margaret Thatcher Centre Lecture In London

    Governor Greg Abbott recently highlighted the strong bond between the United Kingdom and Texas during a lecture at The Margaret Thatcher Centre in London. The Governor's speech was part of his economic development trip to the UK, where he emphasized the shared values of freedom, democracy, and hard work between the two regions."President Ronald Reagan and Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher both shared a love for freedom and opportunity," Governor Abbott stated during his speech. He emphasized the importance of upholding these principles and working together to protect the...

  • Local Government

    Sen. Cruz Introduces Bill to Memorialize Bastrop Post Office in Honor of Eight-Time Purple Heart Recipient Sergeant Major Billy Waugh

    U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz has put forward a bill to rename the post office in Bastrop, Texas, in honor of Sergeant Major Billy D. Waugh, an eight-time Purple Heart recipient and esteemed American hero. According to Sen. Cruz, this initiative aims to pay tribute to Waugh's remarkable legacy and inspire future generations.In a statement, Sen. Cruz expressed, "Sergeant Major Billy D. Waugh was a local and national hero who dedicated his life in service to his country. As an Army paratrooper, Special Forces soldier, combat veteran, member of the United States Postal Service, and...

  • Local Government

    Senator Cornyn Questions HHS Secretary Becerra on Migrant Child Welfare

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) confronted U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra during a Senate Finance Committee hearing regarding the treatment and welfare of migrant children placed with sponsors in the U.S. Amid concerns of abuse and trafficking, Senator Cornyn questioned Secretary Becerra on the Biden administration's oversight of over 85,000 migrant children. "Any unaccompanied children who come to our border are basically transferred to your care by the Border Patrol, correct?" Senator Cornyn asked, to which Secretary Becerra...

  • Local Government

    Sen. Cruz Response to Schumer’s Israel Comments

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has strongly criticized Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's recent remarks regarding Israel, stating, "In the last 24 hours Joe Biden and Biden officials have given Iran a $10 billion sanctions waiver, sanctioned Israeli Jews, and said that Israel’s top priority should be aiding Gazans. Now Democrat Leader Schumer is calling for the overthrow of Israel’s government while Israel is fighting potentially existential wars, doing unbelievable damage to Israel’s security and the US-Israel relationship." Cruz expressed his concern...

  • Local Government

    Sens. Cruz and Lee Lead Senate Republicans in Challenging FCC’s Unlawful ‘Digital Equity’ Rules

    U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz and Senator Mike Lee are spearheading a challenge against the Federal Communications Commission's "Digital Discrimination" order. The order, finalized in November, aims to give the federal government control over various aspects of the broadband industry, drawing criticism from Cruz, who stated, "The only beneficiaries of the FCC’s Orwellian ‘equity’ plan are overzealous government regulators who want to control the internet."Senator Lee also expressed concerns, calling the FCC's rule "a solution in search of a...

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