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Cruz introduces bill to defund CFPB; aims for congressional oversight

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has introduced the Defund the CFPB Act, aiming to eliminate transfer payments from the Federal Reserve to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

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Rep. Chip Roy emphasizes fiscal transparency and healthcare reform

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

Rep. Chip Roy addresses key issues including federal spending transparency and healthcare reform through recent tweets dated January 29, 2025.

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Rep. Chip Roy shares views on finance and governance on social media

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

On January 29, 2025, Rep. Chip Roy addressed topics ranging from governmental fiscal responsibility to confirming RFK Jr., using social media as his platform.

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Chip Roy Press Office discusses women and Guantanamo policy in latest tweets

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

On January 29, 2025, Rep. Chip Roy engaged with his audience through social media posts addressing diverse issues such as gender identity and national security policies related to Guantanamo Bay.

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Cornyn praises new law mandating detention of certain migrant offenders

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn announced the signing of the Laken Riley Act into law by President Trump.

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Senator Cruz supports Howard Lutnick for Secretary of Commerce

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

In Washington, D.C., Senator Ted Cruz expressed his support for Howard Lutnick during the Senate Commerce Committee's confirmation hearing for the position of U.S. Secretary of Commerce.

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Abbott issues orders for state-federal coordination on border security

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

Governor Greg Abbott has issued five Executive Orders aimed at enhancing cooperation between Texas state agencies and the Trump Administration on border and homeland security matters.

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Chip Roy's tweets highlight concerns over ICC's actions

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

In recent tweets dated January 29, 2025, Rep. Chip Roy from Texas' 21st district addressed issues concerning international judicial actions by the ICC and their impact on American service members and allies.

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Roger Williams highlights commitment to constituents and economic policies

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

In a series of tweets posted between January 26-29, 2025, Rep. Roger Williams highlighted his ongoing efforts for Texas' 25th district constituents while affirming commitments to national security and economic recovery under current leadership

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Cornyn supports Lee Zeldin's confirmation as EPA administrator

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn has announced his support for the confirmation of Lee Zeldin as the Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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Legislation introduced by Cornyn aims at improving cattle fever tick eradication

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn and Representative Monica De La Cruz have introduced the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program Enhancement Act in the Senate, aiming to tackle cattle fever tick infestations nationwide.

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Cornyn and Luján propose bill targeting cattle fever tick threats

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Ben Ray Luján have introduced the Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program Enhancement Act, aiming to address cattle fever tick infestations nationwide.

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Cornyn and Cruz seek applicants for federal judiciary roles in Texas

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz are currently accepting applications for federal judicial positions in Texas's Northern, Southern, and Western Districts.

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Cornyn questions RFK Jr.'s plans at HHS confirmation hearing

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

On January 29, 2025, during a Senate Finance Committee hearing, U.S. Senator John Cornyn engaged with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nominee for Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under the Trump administration.

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1?

By Austin News | Jan 29, 2025

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 1.

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Senator Cornyn urges Congress for reimbursement on Texas border security costs

By Austin News | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, U.S. Senator John Cornyn addressed the Senate floor to discuss Texas Governor Greg Abbott's request for federal reimbursement of state expenses related to border security.

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Rep. Chip Roy raises border security concerns amid gunfire incidents

By Austin News | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, Rep. Chip Roy's press office tweeted about serious incidents involving Border Patrol agents taking gunfire from suspected cartel members on U.S. soil and emphasized treating cartels as terrorist organizations legally.

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Chip Roy urges action against CCP land purchases

By Austin News | Jan 28, 2025

Rep. Chip Roy voiced concerns over foreign land ownership by the Chinese Communist Party on January 28, 2025.

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Ted Cruz raises concerns over China’s influence on Panama Canal operations

By Austin News | Jan 28, 2025

Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) expressed concerns over the Panama Canal's impact on U.S. trade and national security during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing titled “Fees and Foreign Influence: Examining the Panama Canal and Its Impact on U.S. Trade...

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Sean Duffy confirmed as Secretary of Transportation

By Austin News | Jan 28, 2025

Former Congressman Sean Duffy has been confirmed as the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation. U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) expressed his support for Duffy's appointment, citing his extensive public service record and ability to...