Austin News

Rep. Chip Roy, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Texas’ 21st district, has voiced concerns over federal spending through a series of tweets on December 3, 2024. The tweets criticize the Biden administration's financial decisions and emphasize fiscal responsibility from a Republican perspective.

In a tweet posted at 17:20 UTC, Rep. Chip Roy highlighted his disapproval of the Biden administration's request for $40 billion to replenish FEMA's Disaster Relief Fund. He argued that "FEMA is spending BILLIONS on unnecessary and outdated items like COVID-19," urging the GOP to "stop the waste before rubberstamping another blank check." "The Biden admin wants $40 billion to replenish FEMA's Disaster Relief Fund..."

At 17:38 UTC, Rep. Roy continued his critique by focusing on FEMA's expenditure related to COVID-19 funeral costs. He questioned why such funding was necessary given that "COVID is OVER," and expressed skepticism about whether this should be supported by the House GOP. "FEMA is actively spending BILLIONS to pay for COVID-19-related funeral costs..."

Later at 18:45 UTC, he addressed broader political dynamics, stating that some members of Congress are unwilling to conform to conventional practices influenced by lobbying groups regarding tax policy. He emphasized fulfilling promises made during President Trump's campaign as essential for serving American interests effectively. "Some of us aren't going to just 'go along to get along' when it comes to business as usual..."