National security is a top concern for many Americans. In today’s world, we are constantly reminded of the need to maintain a strong military in the hopes that we will never have to use it. Congress has a sacred responsibility to provide for our nation’s defense. We must never forget the sacrifices those who serve make to protect our freedom. Today I voted to ensure our men and women in uniform have the resources they need. Read more about Defending America is a Sacred Responsibility
Pope Francis asked all Catholics to pray for those “who seek a home where they can live without fear” but went further by actually praising those who help refugees. Read more about Pope Francis on Immigration
The trial of the two men accused of murdering U.S. Border Patrol Brian Terry has been a long time coming. During the nearly five years since his murder, Terry’s family has been forced to endure unimaginable frustration, pain and other indignities from the federal government he swore an oath to serve and protect. Read more about Justice Has Been Slow for Family of Slain Border Patrol Agent
On the day Planned Parenthood president, Cecile Richards, testified before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, September 29, a counter-tactical national #pinkout was initiated in desperation to help Richards in her struggle to hoist her flailing Planned Parenthood. Richards’s salary is about $600,000.00 a year not including traveling expenses. Read more about Planned Parenthood and their Failed Counter-Tactical #PINKOUT
The House and Senate Rs really do need to figure out a way to run things. Lead. Take charge.
Break ALL of the funding bills into SMALL single-agency ones (the way it used to be done) and send them to the White House by the TRUCKLOADS. See if O' will withhold military pay--separately. See if he will shut down SS--separately. See if he will shut down the DoE, the DoJ, the EPA, or even a single agency--separately. Read more about Post-Conscience Washington
Throughout the anemic Obama “recovery,” one of the bright spots in the economy has been the oil and gas sector. At a time when many Americans were struggling with unemployment or underemployment, this industry has provided good paying jobs. In Texas, the oil and gas industry is responsible for nearly 2 million jobs and more than 20% of the state’s economy. Read more about An Open Letter to the EPA
Ted Cruz is playing a risky political game as he has yet to criticize Donald Trump directly, and in many cases, has acted like he is really running to be The Donald's VP selection. Cruz, who has never been afraid to take his fellow Republican to task, has refused to challenge Trump seriously on issues, and instead has made it a point to never say a negative word about Trump. Read more about Ted Cruz's Strategy: Why It Isn't Working
Texas Alliance for Life applauds the strong efforts of Republican leadership in Congress to move forward with a strategy of shifting funds from Planned Parenthood to better providers of women's health services -- providers who are not part of the abortion industry. The Texas Legislature and other states have already shown this can be done. Read more about Statement on Congressional Actions to Defund Planned Parenthood
National security is a top concern for many Americans. In today’s world, we are constantly reminded of the need to maintain a strong military in the hopes that we will never have to use it. Congress has a sacred responsibility to provide for our nation’s defense. We must never forget the sacrifices those who serve make to protect our freedom. Today I voted to ensure our men and women in uniform have the resources they need. 
Pope Francis asked all Catholics to pray for those “who seek a home where they can live without fear” but went further by actually 
The trial of the two men accused of murdering U.S. Border Patrol Brian Terry has been a long time coming. During the nearly five years since his murder, Terry’s family has been forced to endure unimaginable frustration, pain and other indignities from the federal government he swore an oath to serve and protect. 
On the day Planned Parenthood president, Cecile Richards, testified before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, September 29, a counter-tactical national #pinkout was initiated in desperation to help Richards in her struggle to hoist her flailing Planned Parenthood. Richards’s salary is about $600,000.00 a year not including traveling expenses. 
Break ALL of the funding bills into SMALL single-agency ones (the way it used to be done) and send them to the White House by the TRUCKLOADS. See if O' will withhold military pay--separately. See if he will shut down SS--separately. See if he will shut down the DoE, the DoJ, the EPA, or even a single agency--separately. 
Another GTMO terrorist has been released back into the world by this administration. Abdul Shalabi, a bodyguard for Osama bin Laden, is now a free man thanks to our government. 
Ted Cruz is playing a risky political game as he has yet to criticize Donald Trump directly, and in many cases, has acted like he is really running to be The Donald's VP selection. Cruz, who has never been afraid to take his fellow Republican to task, has refused to challenge Trump seriously on issues, and instead has made it a point to never say a negative word about Trump. 
The supporters of the "HERO" Bathroom Ordinance in the City of Houston are stretching the truth in their hysterical efforts to avoid voter rejection in November. 
Texas Alliance for Life applauds the strong efforts of Republican leadership in Congress to move forward with a strategy of shifting funds from Planned Parenthood to better providers of women's health services -- providers who are not part of the abortion industry. The Texas Legislature and other states have already shown this can be done. 
