Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) voted on a final bipartisan budget package that includes policies and funding to support law enforcement, school security, and public safety efforts. Through his seat on the House Appropriations Committee, the primary committee in Congress responsible for drafting all annual budget bills, Congressman Gonzales secured over $22 million that will be awarded to law enforcement agencies and school districts across South and West Texas to improve public safety outcomes.

Over 95 people have been indicted in the mushrooming Minnesota fraud scandal that prosecutors estimate could top $9 billion. The Trump administration is gathering evidence of massive welfare fraud in four more Blue states beyond Minnesota: New York, California, Illinois, and Colorado. In California, even Democrat Rep. Ro Khanna, representing Silicon Valley, cites state mismanagement of as much as $72 billion in taxpayer funds.

As for the estimated $8 billion in government (taxpayer) money stolen by crooks in Minnesota, people demand answers to many questions. But the 800-pound elephant/question goes unasked: Why is government in the business of welfare in the first place? Where in the Constitution does it permit the federal government to extract money from taxpayers for charity?

Governor Greg Abbott today touted the strength of the Texas economy as the state set new records for the number of Texans working and the size of the Texas labor force. Texas also continues to grow jobs at a faster annual rate than the U.S. as a whole based on November employment data. Governor Abbott recently celebrated a year of economic triumphs for Texas, the No. 1 state in the nation for record-setting business relocations and expansions.

State and federal officials that sounded the alarm on, and investigated Somali fraud in Minnesota’s social services programs were invited to testify under oath. Witnesses included three Minnesota House of Representative Members - Kristin Robbins, Walter Hudson & Marion Rarick - as well as Brendan Ballou, former Special Counsel at the Department of Justice. Here's the highlights.

Remember when New York City was considered the "Financial Capital" of the United States? Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson is salivating over NYC's embrace of Zohran Mamdani's collectivism. Big D has already added 100,000 finance jobs in the last 10 years, the New York Stock Exchange recently launched NYSE Texas, Nasdaq recently announced plans for Nasdaq Texas, and Goldman Sachs and Scotiabank have made big investments.

Governor Tim Walz, Minnesota Democrat, who might have become vice president had Kamala Harris won the November election, has announced he will not be seeking a third term. The alleged fraud involving day care centers and allegations that federal aid went to outside entities, including China and East Africa, apparently forced his decision. A trial opened this week in Mississippi, where it is alleged several nonprofits fraudulently re-directed $77 million in federal money to enrich themselves.

U.S. Congressman Brian Babin announced today that his Birthright Citizenship Act has been included in the Republican Study Committee’s Fiscal Year 2026 Budget, marking a major step forward in the effort to restore the rule of law and protect the integrity of American citizenship. With its inclusion in the RSC budget, the Birthright Citizenship Act continues to gain momentum as Republicans advance policies that secure the border, uphold the Constitution, and put American citizens first.

There have been two parts to the political world's reaction to the American operation that deposed and captured Nicolas Maduro. The first part was to marvel at what Brit Hume called the "extraordinary level of skill, technology and daring" on the part of American forces and leadership. Hume noted that the U.S. performance, when considered alongside the flawless attack on Iran's nuclear program, sent to the world "precisely the opposite signal from that sent by the botched withdrawal from Afghanistan."

Gov. Greg Abbott today directed Texas' State Agencies to launch investigations into any potential child care funding fraud taking place in Texas. Under the direction of the Governor, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) - in collaboration with the Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) - will further implement anti-fraud measures and launch investigations into any potential fraud and misdirection of Texas taxpayer dollars. 

Under the left’s hero, Nicolas Maduro, 80% of Venezuela's citizens have fallen into poverty - and nearly half are in extreme poverty. Oil production has crashed, and none of the revenues have enriched the citizens. Maduro no doubt is in line to win the Nobel Peace Prize. To help alleviate poverty and get the oil industry up and running, the newly elected government should reprivatize the oil industry.

Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), alongside U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), and Congresswoman Julie Johnson (D-Texas), introduced bipartisan legislation to modernize infrastructure at U.S. land ports of entry (LPOEs) and in the surrounding communities that support them. The Strong Borders, Strong Communities Act would create the first dedicated funding stream for the construction and modernization of land port of entry-related infrastructure to enhance border security.

Venezuelans are celebrating in the streets of Caracas and around the world after U.S. forces staged a flawless removal of brutal dictator and narco-trafficker Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Not celebrating are most Congressional Democrats, a few Republicans, and the new mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani - whose foreign policy credentials are akin to dining at the International House of Pancakes.

For months, President Donald J. Trump was unmistakably clear that the United States would use every element of American power to stop deadly drugs from pouring into our country and to hold those responsible fully accountable. He warned repeatedly that Nicolás Maduro and his illegitimate regime had inflicted enormous harm on the United States, and that all options were on the table. He now joins a long list of adversaries who learned that President Trump means exactly what he says.

Gov. Greg Abbott has released an extensive list of highlights & strides the Lone Star State made in 2025 to put Texas on the pathway to be No. 1 in education - and empower parents to choose the education opportunities they feel are best for their children.  "Through these reforms, Texas will build a stronger future for every child across the state," said Abbott.

“The Venezuelan regime has for decades posed an acute threat to the National Security of the United States and the Safety & Security of Americans - and Nicolás Maduro was a corrupt dictator and thug who systematically oppressed the people of Venezuela and threatened America and our allies. Domestically he was straightforwardly illegitimate. Internationally he supported American enemies across the globe... Islamist terrorists and narco-terrorists."

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Miller: "The Farmer Bridge Assistance Program provides clear payment rates and fast assistance producers can count on as they plan for the 2026 growing season. I applaud President Trump and Secretary Rollins for putting farmers first, restoring certainty to the farm economy, and strengthening the farm safety net. These bridge payments will help Texas producers stay afloat and continue feeding and clothing our nation.”