PFLUGER: Praying for the Permian Basin

May God grant his family, fellow firefighters, and the community of Odessa peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Texas Insider Report: WASHINGTON, D.C. – We continue to pray for the entire Permian Basin in the aftermath of the senseless act of violence last week in Midland, especially the victims and the family of Ed Scott. Ed Scott meant so much to the City of Midland and the community, and he will be profoundly missed. We also continue to lift up the other victims who were injured and pray for healing. I am extremely grateful for the bravery of local law enforcement, first responders, and medical professionals.

I also join Odessa in mourning the loss of Odessa Fire Rescue Lt. Isai Huerta, who lost his life in the line of duty. He had dedicated nine years of his life to the Odessa Fire Rescue, serving and protecting his community. May God grant his family, fellow firefighters, and the community of Odessa peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Touring MD Anderson Cancer Center
This week, my office was honored to receive the 2026 Democracy Award for Innovation and Modernization in recognition of our efforts to better serve you. In addition, I toured MD Anderson Cancer Center, penned an op-ed on the need to sustain free enterprise, and commended law enforcement for countering an attack at the UFC America250 event.

MD Anderson Cancer Center helps thousands of Texans and Americans in the fight against cancer. I was fortunate to get a firsthand look at their work and groundbreaking research that is redefining what is possible in cancer treatment and giving hope to patients and families across the country.

The compassion and expertise on display were nothing short of remarkable. I applaud their tireless efforts to cure cancer across our country, and I am deeply grateful for their commitment to saving lives and advancing the future of medicine.

2026 Democracy Award Winner for Modernization & Innovation
Over the past year, my office has implemented new behind-the-scenes processes to streamline our workflows and better serve the constituents of Texas's 11th District. The results speak for themselves: over 5,000 cases closed and $20.3 million returned to the people we serve.

I am grateful that our work was recognized with the 2026 Democracy Award for Innovation and Modernization. This award reflects the hard work of my entire team, who are always looking for smarter, more efficient ways to ensure constituents get the help they need. It is an honor of a lifetime to represent Central and West Texas in Congress. If you ever need assistance with a federal agency, please visit pfluger.house.gov or call any of my offices below.

Washington, D.C. Office: (202) 225-3605
Brownwood Office: (325) 646-1950
Killeen Office: (254) 669-6570
Llano Office: (325) 247-2826
Midland Office: (432) 687-2390
Odessa Office: (432) 331-9667
San Angelo Office: (325) 659-4010

Promoting Free Enterprise in Congress
Earlier this month, I launched the bipartisan Free Enterprise Caucus with my colleagues, Reps. David Valadao (CA-22), Lou Correa (CA-46), and Brad Schneider (IL-10). At a time of rising debt, growing economic competition, and increasing pressure on working families, Congress has a responsibility to engage in serious, solution-based discussions about the policies that will drive economic growth and opportunity.

The Free Enterprise Caucus is designed to be that kind of forum, where Members from both sides of the aisle can come to the table, share their perspectives, and find common ground on free enterprise policies. I am proud to help launch this bipartisan effort alongside my fellow co-chairs to ensure America remains competitive for generations to come. Read our thoughts on launching the Free Enterprise Caucus in The Hill here.

FBI Counters Attack on UFC Freedom250
The FBI and law enforcement officials successfully countered a planned attack on the UFC Freedom250 event, which drew thousands of Americans to our nation's capital. Their vigilance is a reminder of what our men and women in uniform do for us every single day. We owe them our deepest thanks for keeping attendees safe and secure.

As Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, I remain committed to giving law enforcement every tool to protect Americans from harm. This successful prevention was the result of coordinated intelligence gathering and dedicated effort. We are grateful for their work to protect America's national security. Read more in Fox News here .