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Texas blues: A timeless tradition bridging past and present across Lone Star State

Texas blues, a genre deeply rooted in the Lone Star State, is more than just music; it embodies the spirit of Texas.

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

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Cornyn praises Trump's choice for new U.S. Border Patrol Chief

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) addressed the Senate floor to extend his congratulations to President Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

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Stefanik discusses global deterrence strategy at UN ambassador nomination hearing

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

January 21, 2025 WASHINGTON – During a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator John Cornyn engaged in a discussion with U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik regarding her nomination as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations under the...

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Abbott congratulates Trump on inauguration as 47th president

By Austin News | Jan 20, 2025

Governor Greg Abbott extended his congratulations to Donald J. Trump, who was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025.

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Senator Cruz comments on retirement of U.S. Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens

By Austin News | Jan 20, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has expressed his appreciation for Jason Owens, the retiring Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol.

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Cruz introduces Student Empowerment Act aiming at expanding use of 529 plans

By Austin News | Jan 20, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz from Texas and Representative Kevin Hern of Oklahoma have introduced the Student Empowerment Act, a legislative proposal aimed at expanding the 529 College Savings Plans to support various educational settings including...

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Cornyn urges investigation into Biden's student loan forgiveness plan

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn has voiced concerns over the Biden administration's recent student loan forgiveness actions, urging the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to investigate what he termed a "scam."

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Cornyn discusses Beaumont projects with Mayor West

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn held a meeting with Beaumont Mayor Roy West to discuss various issues concerning the community.

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Cornyn discusses infrastructure needs with Sugar Land Mayor Zimmerman

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn met with Sugar Land Mayor Joe Zimmerman to discuss the infrastructure needs of the city.

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Cruz and Arrington push back against Biden's offshore drilling restrictions

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and Representative Jodey Arrington, both Republicans from Texas, have introduced legislation aimed at repealing an executive order by President Biden that bans energy exploration on over 625 million acres of offshore territory.

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Scott Turner introduced as HUD secretary nominee by Senator John Cornyn

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced Scott Turner, a nominee for the position of Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), at a confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

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Cruz introduces act addressing impacts of military vaccine mandates

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has introduced the Allowing Military Exemptions, Recognizing Individual Concerns About New Shots (AMERICANS) Act of 2025.

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Senate approves Cornyn's proposal on detaining migrants for assaulting law enforcement

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

On January 16, 2025, U.S. Senator John Cornyn proposed an amendment to the Laken Riley Act in Washington.

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Cornyn supports Bessent's nomination amid concerns over investment transparency

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

During a Senate Finance Committee hearing, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) expressed his support for Scott Bessent's nomination as U.S. Secretary of the Treasury under the incoming Trump administration.

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Bipartisan push aims to exempt tips from federal income tax

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has introduced the No Tax on Tips Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at exempting tips from federal income tax.

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Senator Cornyn criticizes Biden administration's energy policies; outlines GOP reversal plans

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn criticized the Biden administration's recent energy regulations during a speech on the Senate floor.

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Lawmakers push bipartisan act against AI-generated non-consensual imagery

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

In Washington, D.C., a bipartisan group of lawmakers has reintroduced the TAKE IT DOWN Act, aiming to combat the malicious use of artificial intelligence in creating non-consensual, sexually exploitative images.

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Cruz introduces bill to repeal Natural Gas Tax amid push for U.S. energy independence

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz from Texas has introduced a bill aimed at repealing the Natural Gas Tax, part of the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act.

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Cornyn urges Rubio to address Mexico's water delivery obligations

By Austin News | Jan 15, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn, alongside Senator Ted Cruz and Representatives Monica De La Cruz, Vincente Gonzalez, Tony Gonzales, and Henry Cuellar, have addressed a letter to Secretary of State Nominee Marco Rubio.

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Sean Duffy receives bipartisan support at Senate confirmation hearing

By Austin News | Jan 15, 2025

At a Senate Commerce Committee hearing, Sean Duffy, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for the position of U.S. Secretary of Transportation, received bipartisan praise.