This comes as a measure aiming to abolish the department was reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Illegal Immigration Costs American Taxpayers Nearly Half a Trillion
A new report reveals that taxpayers are losing around $451 billion per year to the border crisis.
Pat Fallon Reverses Course, Will Run for Re-Election in Congress
Fallon had already earned the endorsement of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick for his planned return to the Texas Senate.
Tony Gonzales On His Push to Impeach Alejandro Mayorkas
The Republican lawmaker faces multiple primary challenges after being censured earlier this year.
Four Pathways Allow Illegal Aliens to Enter the United States
The Center for Immigration Studies explains how the Biden administration is encouraging the invasion of America.
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Fort Hood Becomes Fort Cavazos, Removing Association With Confederate General
The Central Texas outpost is one of nine U.S. Army installations to change its name to remove an association with the Confederacy.
Colin Allred: America Would Be Better Off Without Second Amendment
The Democrat congressman is challenging Ted Cruz for the U.S. Senate.
Biden to Send Troops to Border to Help Process Illegal Aliens
With Title 42 coming to an end, President Biden has approved sending 1,500 troops to help Border Patrol.
Chicago Mayor Complains About Illegal Aliens Bussed Into the City
Mayor Lori Lightfoot accused Gov. Greg Abbott of attempting to “cause chaos” in the city.
Aaron Reitz Named as Chief of Staff for Ted Cruz
Cruz’ current chief of staff, Steve Chartan, will continue to serve as an advisor to the Cruz political operation.
Poll: Trump Leads Biden Among Texas Hispanic Voters
The same polls shows Texas voters aligned with the GOP on issues like ending gender mutilation on minors.
New York Democrat Cites Tony Gonzales While Opposing Border Security Legislation
U.S. Rep. Gonzales has been censured by the Texas GOP for violating party values regarding the border.
Thousands of Illegal Aliens Attempted to Evade Border Patrol in March
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced that they encountered 191,900 illegal aliens in March, with 162,317 of those specifically crossing between the ports of entry.
Nikki Haley Touts Censured Rep. Tony Gonzales as the ‘Border King’
The former South Carolina governor toured the border with U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, who has been censured for his opposition to border security efforts.
Trump’s Support Among Texas Republicans Surges Amid Indictment
Fifty-two percent of Texas Republicans say Donald Trump is their top choice for president, following news of his indictment in New York.
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Yes, Lance, You Did Vote For A ‘Granny Tax’
Everyone can have opinions, but voters deserve facts when selecting who will represent them.
Still No Sign Of Culberson
While corrupt DOJ officials attack President Trump, US Rep. John Culberson has been sitting silently on the sidelines.
Another Resignation
Mr. Farenthold delivered his announcement via video during the middle of the day and left his position by 5 pm.
Texans Must Lead The Way In Fixing Our Nation’s Budget And Appropriations Process
Texas taxpayers will no longer tolerate election-year messaging and political posturing on federal appropriations; we want action and results.
Anatomy of a Surrender
John Cornyn and Mitch McConnell have given Chuck Schumer control of the Senate.
Setting the Stage: TX Primary
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When Will Texas Republicans Stop Falling for this Progressive Trick?
Trying to score bipartisan points by voting to reveal sources and methods is wrong.
RINO Hurd?
Last seen on a cross-country buddy trip with the Democrats’ senatorial candidate, Rep. Will Hurd is now fundraising with disgraced House Speaker Joe Straus.
Cruz “Reluctantly” Sides with Big Government
Conservatives note the tone from Cruz today is strikingly different from the one he took earlier in his legislative career.
When Will Culberson Speak Out?
As chief funder of the DOJ and FBI, Houston-area Republican has been silent about the revealed collusion between the FBI and Hillary Clinton’s campaign.