​​​​​​​"Under Texas law, ‘the Texas Attorney General is the only elected official charged with regulating’ non-profits that may be violating the law – including examining their records and stripping their Corporate Charters," said Gov. Greg Abbott earlier today, demanding that Ken Paxton and the Office of the Attorney General use its authority to strip the non-profit status of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and eliminate its ability to operate in Texas.

“Democrats are using this tragedy to try to force government funding changes that they know can't be done before the current Continuing Resolution expires,” said Sen. Cornyn today from the Senate Floor. "In order for President Trump to continue the work he's started, and to restore trust between Local & Federal Officials in Minnesota, the Department of Homeland Security – and yes, that includes ICE & Border Patrol – must be funded.

At first glance, capping credit card interest rates sounds like a simple solution to a real concern as households face rising costs and mounting consumer debt. Families are feeling stretched and policymakers are right to look for ways to provide relief, but good intentions do not always lead to good outcomes. And, over the past several decades the U.S. financial system has made meaningful progress in expanding access to credit across income levels and communities.

This bill is designed to ensure that U.S. businesses are not unfairly targeted or stripped of their assets when operating abroad. The need for this legislation is clear. For years, the Mexican government has been attempting to seize control of a deep-water port owned by U.S.-based Vulcan Materials Company. This action directly violates the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) that governs trade between our countries, and threatens American jobs and economic interests.

The new 2025 State Population Data has just been released by the Census Bureau, and our world-class demographer Wendell Cox has analyzed the numbers. Nine of the 10 fastest growing states were in the Southeast & Southwest, and two of the surprise winners were the Carolinas - North and South. Texas ranked 2nd for new arrivals, and the 5-year net domestic migration numbers confirm the sad, ongoing collapse of California.

Four student drone teams from Harmony School of Excellence – a Title 1 Campus serving a high percentage of Economically Disadvantaged Students – have qualified to compete at the 2026 Aerial Drone Competition Championship in Frisco, Texas. The teams — the Flying Chihuahuas, Flying Raccoons, Pixie Pilots, and the Rotor Monkeys — earned their spot through strong performances in Regional Competitions.

The Big Apple is about to take on a new name – Tent City, or Filth City. Since now-Mayor Mamdani previewed his "Homeless Encampments Policy" in December, new encampments are emerging in many neighborhoods. The consequences are dire both for vagrants – and for the city's viability. Between Friday, when the city was hit with a bone-chilling winter storm, and Sunday night, eight people were found dead outdoors.

Governor Greg Abbott today updated the state’s list of prohibited technologies for State Employees and devices. Done in consultation with Texas Cyber Command Chief, Vice Admiral TJ White (USN, Ret.), here's the list of technologies added to the prohibited technology list, including additional restrictions on hardware, AI, and software affiliated with China and the Chinese Communist Party.

Americans sent us here to fix Washington — and this is what it looks like. The naysayers said it couldn’t be done, but they were wrong. With this vote, the House completed all 12 Appropriations Bills through "Regular Order" for the first time in years – and funds the Federal Government at lower levels than a Continuing Resolution while replacing massive Biden-era spending with Trump-era policies.

Gov. Greg Abbott has selected Lindsey Gohlke, and reappointed Romey Swanson to the Farm & Ranch Lands Conservation Council, and named Peter J. Holt chair and appointed Jeff Austin, III, Leslie Callahan, Lori Gabbert Charney, Grant Coates, Reagan Curran, Tracy Hanson, Marisela Nava, John Puckett, Jennifer Stockemer and Nancy Windham to the Task Force on Early Childhood Education & Care.

Last week I voted for legislation that advances a transparent, constitutional approach to federal spending – while providing stability for the American people. This reflects a deliberate process that respects Congress’s federal spending responsibility. Passing all 12 full-year appropriations bills through "regular order" provides greater accountability, predictability, and certainty for Families & Businesses.

Last week, I voted to pass the final set of FY26 Appropriations Bills and penned an op-ed to commemorate the 1st Anniversary of President Trump's historic 2nd term by highlighting his successful Border Policies. Gone are the days of 100s of 1,000s of illegal immigrants flooding our borders and overwhelming the U.S. Border Patrol. Now if we can only put American safety first, and restore Law & Order.

The CEOs of the health insurance industry's giants testify today on Capitol Hill. These are companies whose stocks have skyrocketed – thanks to a massive & continuous flood of subsidies from taxpayers under Barack Obama's “Affordable Care Act.” Most Americans say health care has become more expensive and more frustrating to access than ever... the exact opposite of what ObamaCare and its backers promised.

Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update on Texas’ ongoing response to severe winter weather expected to impact large portions of the state this weekend following a briefing with state officials at the State Operations Center in Austin. The Governor also issued a disaster declaration for 134 counties to ensure that every necessary resource is made available to Texans. 

As the House of Representatives passed all of the Federal Government's remaining Annual Funding Bills to keep the federal government fully operational through the end of Fiscal Year 2026, Cong. Tony Gonzales – through his hard work and seat on the powerful House Appropriations Committee – has secured over $42 million in funding for his TX-23 South & West Texas District. Here's a partial list.

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is currently accepting applications to serve on the Advisory Committee of the Purchasing from People with Disabilities Program, also known as the Works Wonders Program. The committee is made up of 13 members who advise TWC on matters relating to the Works Wonders program, which assists individuals with disabilities in achieving independence through productive employment.

The U.S. House Oversight & Government Reform Committee voted to advance the William J. Clinton "Contempt of Congress Report" out of committee by a 34-8 vote, and the Hillary R. Clinton contempt report on a vote of 28-15. Both now move to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for consideration. Upon passage on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives, criminal referrals will be made to the U.S. Department of Justice.

"These packages are pouring in faster and further than ever before – they may look innocent, but the danger is real. One invasive species, pest, or pathogen could devastate Texas farms, ranches, natural resources and food supply. We can't gamble with Texas agriculture," warned Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller. Here's the details, and what the Texas Dept. of Agriculture recommends to do if you receive unsolicited seeds.

The Governor was joined by State Senator Donna Campbell, Texas Rep. Alan Schoolcraft, Chairman Peter J. Holt, Texas Workforce Commission Chairman Joe Esparza, Rep. Mark LaHood, Rep. John Lujan, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD Superintendent Paige Meloni, Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath, and Texas Health & Human Services Executive Commissioner Stephanie Muth. 

The Senators recommended both nominees to President Trump following an extensive review and interview process of the candidate pool by the the bipartisan Federal Judicial Evaluation Committee (FJEC). Sen. Cornyn and Sen. Cruz established the FJEC, a bipartisan panel of leading attorneys in Texas, to help identify the most qualified candidates to fill judicial vacancies before making their recommendations to the President.