Last year Al-Qaeda nearly downed an airliner in Somalia using an explosive disguised as a laptop. This bomb got past X-ray machines and blew a gaping hole in the aircraft.
Al-Qaeda has been working for years to create sophisticated explosives that can target airplanes. It came as no surprise that last week the Department of Homeland Security announced new security restrictions on electronics on board certain U.S.-bound flights. Read more about Travel Restrictions
I want to tell Megan's story from her point of view and her beliefs. She was smart, kind, ambitious, and funny. She loved other people.
After attending high school in Austin, Texas, she enrolled in the University of Alabama. She had a beautiful life--that is, until she was sexually assaulted in January of 2015. Read more about Megan's Story
The Democracy Fund Voter’s project identified Trump’s supporters in 2016 in five different categories: American Preservationists (20%), Staunch Conservatives (31%), Anti-Elites (19%), Free Marketeers (25%), and the Disengaged (5%). Each of these groups had different reasons for voting for Trump. In many cases it was a hold your nose and vote against Hillary and others supported Trump because they believed in Trump. Read more about Populism and White Middle Class: Who Are Trump Voters?
Every year, thousands of high school students from every congressional district submit their artwork to their member of Congress for the annual Congressional Art Competition. Helping inspire young people to become active in the things they are passionate about, like art, is one of the best parts of my job. Read more about Hosting the Art Competition Winner in Washington
Over more than 70 years we have developed a strong strategic partnership with India. We have a lot in common when it comes to national security and counterterrorism.
But our partnership doesn't end there. Our trade relations have grown increasingly stronger over the years. In 2016, our trade with India totaled nearly $115 billion, making India our largest goods trading partner. Read more about Celebrating India's Friendship
San Antonio is fast becoming one of the premier LGBTQ cities in Texas. No, not yet on the same scale as San Francisco or New Orleans, but moving fast towards this distinction. Read more about San Antonio a 'Paradise' for LGBTQ
Last night, I participated in the first of a series of ‘Defend & Reform’ town halls with Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) in McKinney. There, along with CVA Director of Policy Dan Caldwell, I discussed my efforts on behalf of veterans with attendees.
Last year Al-Qaeda nearly downed an airliner in Somalia using an explosive disguised as a laptop. This bomb got past X-ray machines and blew a gaping hole in the aircraft.
I want to tell Megan's story from her point of view and her beliefs. She was smart, kind, ambitious, and funny. She loved other people.
The Democracy Fund Voter’s project identified Trump’s supporters in 2016 in five different categories: American Preservationists (20%), Staunch Conservatives (31%), Anti-Elites (19%), Free Marketeers (25%), and the Disengaged (5%). Each of these groups had different reasons for voting for Trump. In many cases it was a hold your nose and vote against Hillary and others supported Trump because they believed in Trump. 
Every year, thousands of high school students from every congressional district submit their artwork to their member of Congress for the annual Congressional Art Competition. Helping inspire young people to become active in the things they are passionate about, like art, is one of the best parts of my job. 
Over more than 70 years we have developed a strong strategic partnership with India. We have a lot in common when it comes to national security and counterterrorism.
San Antonio is fast becoming one of the premier LGBTQ cities in Texas. No, not yet on the same scale as San Francisco or New Orleans, but moving fast towards this distinction. 
Last night, I participated in the first of a series of ‘Defend & Reform’ town halls with Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) in McKinney. There, along with CVA Director of Policy Dan Caldwell, I discussed my efforts on behalf of veterans with attendees.
