Last week we commemorated National Medal of Honor Day — honoring the remarkable Americans who earned the Medal of Honor based on their acts of courage and selflessness. Two of these exemplary heroes from Texas-11 grew up in Odessa: United States Marine Corps Private First Class Alfred “Mac” Wilson and United States Army Staff Sergeant Marvin R. Young. Read more about Texas-11 Medal of Honor Heroes
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) participated in a press conference yesterday, hosted by the Midland Odessa Transportation Alliance (MOTRAN). Sen. Cruz joined local leaders and stakeholders to discuss the I-27 Numbering Act of 2023, which passed the Senate unanimously and was recently signed into law by President Biden. Read more about Sen. Cruz Discusses Impact of His I-27 Numbering Act Becoming Law
National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Recognized annually each year, this day is dedicated to the thousands of surviving veterans who served in the Vietnam War. We are grateful to have the Concho Valley Vietnam War Veterans Memorial, situated outside of San Angelo in Texas-11. The memorial honors 48 soldiers from 15 counties within the Concho Valley who gave the ultimate sacrifice defending our country. Read more about National Vietnam War Veterans Day
As we approach Easter Weekend and celebrate the gift of Salvation, Camille and I encourage you to take the opportunity to reflect on God's love and perfect plan. Please join us in lifting up our communities, state, and nation in prayer as we thank God for sending his only Son to live, die, and rise again for us. May God bless you and your family this Easter! Read more about Celebrating Good Friday & Easter Weekend
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced two amendments relating to wildfire relief to the spending package before the Senate. The amendments were designed to enhance the ability of disaster aid agencies, including FEMA, to assist individuals affected by the 2024 wildfires in Texas and Oklahoma. Read more about Sen. Cruz Pushes Measures for Texas Wildfire Relief
I proudly hosted House Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04) in the Permian Basin for a rig tour with Diamondback Energy to kick off Energy Week in Congress. The U.S. House of Representatives voted on pro-energy legislation, including my bill to repeal President Biden's harmful natural gas tax, this week as House Republicans work to restore American energy dominance. Read more about Speaker Johnson Visits the Permian Basin for Energy Week