While the eyes of the world are on ISIS, the Russian bear has quietly come out of hibernation. Putin is back after a brief hiatus, seeking to devour his neighbors and reclaim his kingdom while once again sending covert henchmen into eastern Ukraine. The Napoleon of Siberia is systematically trying to reestablish imperial Russia with him as the czar. Read more about Russian Bear is Roaring Again
Today I questioned the Hon. David S. Cohen, Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence, U.S. Department of the Treasury, at a hearing on terrorist financing and ISIL.
To eliminate the global threat of ISIL, we need to defeat and destroy them on the front lines of the battlefield and engage in a financial war on their funding sources. We cannot continue to allow these terrorists to raise $1-$2 million per day to carry out their attacks. I remain committed to working with my colleagues on the House
Today U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued the following statement after being selected by his colleagues to serve as the Senate Republican Whip in the 114th Congress:
I’m humbled to have been chosen by my colleagues to help lead the new majority in the U.S. Senate, and I pledge that those fundamental Texas values of personal liberty and limited government will continue to be my guide. Read more about Senator Cornyn Elected Senate GOP Whip for 114th Congress
Yesterday, a source close to the White House leaked what they claim is the administration’s plan to address immigration – a 10-point executive action that, among other provisions, would suspend deportation orders for up to 4.5 million unauthorized immigrants. ImmigrationWorks president Tamar Jacoby made the following statement:
DALLAS – It may have been the hope of some Tea Party leaders here in North Texas that the headlines this week would read something like “Conservatives Unite Against Joe Straus,” but it hasn’t quite played out that way.
If anything, a splintering among Tea Party groups here in the region is now more apparent following what some have called a bold move by Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, R-Southlake,
Today I congratulated two health facilities in Texas’s 21st Congressional District that are being recognized with the 2014 Malcom Baldrige National Quality Award. Hill Country Memorial in Fredericksburg, Texas and St. David’s HealthCare in Austin, Texas are receiving the award, which is the nation’s highest Presidential honor for performance excellence through innovation, improvement and visionary leadership. Read more about Congressman Smith Congratulates Nationally Recognized Texas Health Facilities
What happened on November the 4th was the beginning of an opportunity, an opportunity we have, working together, to restore faith in our democratic institutions, to restore strong growth to our economy and to restore a sense of purpose and principle to U.S. foreign policy.
Starting with the incoming Majority Leader, my good friend, the senior Senator from Kentucky, Republicans have been entrusted by our fellow citizens to lead this chamber next year. We understand that the American people sent a strong message on November 4th that they were enormously frustrated by what they saw as
Republican Party of Texas - We recently sent out an email congratulating the engagement staff at the Republican Party of Texas for their hard work in the election that helped Senator John Cornyn win the Hispanic vote in Texas, as well as help Governor-elect Abbott and Lt. Governor Patrick win the male Hispanic vote in Texas and split the Hispanic vote overall.
This story was originally posted on theQuorum Report:
Some Tea Party supporters in Tarrant County got a wakeup call overnight as one of the lawmakers they have supported over establishment Republican figures told them late Monday that there is no race for Speaker of the Texas House.
In a town hall style meeting, Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, R-Southlake, answered questions about his newfound support for Speaker
On Veterans Day, we honor and express our sincerest gratitude to all who have served in our nation’s Armed Forces. I am proud to represent the many brave men and women in the 19th District of Texas who have worn our nation’s uniform, selflessly defended our freedom and liberty, and answered the greatest call to keep America safe.
May God continue to bless our nation’s veterans, their families, and all who stand in harm’s way in defense of the United States of America. I remain committed to making sure our country never forgets our veterans and properly recognizes their sacrifice. On this Veterans Day, I encourage you to take some time and thank the veterans in our community. Read more about Congressman Neugebauer Statement on Veterans Day
While the eyes of the world are on ISIS, the Russian bear has quietly come out of hibernation. Putin is back after a brief hiatus, seeking to devour his neighbors and reclaim his kingdom while once again sending covert henchmen into eastern Ukraine. The Napoleon of Siberia is systematically trying to reestablish imperial Russia with him as the czar. 
Today I questioned the Hon. David S. Cohen, Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence, U.S. Department of the Treasury, at a 
Today U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued the following statement after being selected by his colleagues to serve as the Senate Republican Whip in the 114th Congress:
Yesterday, a source close to the White House leaked what they claim is the administration’s plan to address immigration – a 10-point executive action that, among other provisions, would suspend deportation orders for up to 4.5 million unauthorized immigrants. 
Originally published on the Quorum Report:
Today I congratulated two health facilities in Texas’s 21st Congressional District that are being recognized with the 2014 Malcom Baldrige National Quality Award. Hill Country Memorial in Fredericksburg, Texas and St. David’s HealthCare in Austin, Texas are receiving the award, which is the nation’s highest Presidential honor for performance excellence through innovation, improvement and visionary leadership. 
What happened on November the 4th was the beginning of an opportunity, an opportunity we have, working together, to restore faith in our democratic institutions, to restore strong growth to our economy and to restore a sense of purpose and principle to U.S. foreign policy.
This story was originally posted on the
On Veterans Day, we honor and express our sincerest gratitude to all who have served in our nation’s Armed Forces. I am proud to represent the many brave men and women in the 19th District of Texas who have worn our nation’s uniform, selflessly defended our freedom and liberty, and answered the greatest call to keep America safe.
