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.

Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., submitted comments on behalf of the General Land Office (GLO) supporting the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) announcement of its proposed second Gulf of America offshore oil and gas lease sale under the One Big Beautiful Bill. This move is not only a critical step toward restoring American energy dominance but also toward bolstering national security. 

Today marks one year of President Trump being back in in the White House, and the results are unmistakable. Manufacturing is returning home, private investment is surging, working families are finally getting real relief through meaningful tax cuts that put more money back in their pockets, and gas and grocery prices are down. At the border, ICE crackdowns and tough enforcement have restored Law & Order and cartels are on the run.

“The Radical Left has taken up a senseless crusade against our brave men and women in Law Enforcement, and Democrats’ inflammatory rhetoric has fueled an alarming rise in violence that not only endangers our communities, but also harms the very people sworn to keep them safe,” said Sen. Cornyn, introducing his "ICE Protection Act" bill with James Lankford (R-OK), Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Steve Daines (R-MT) earlier today.

Governor Greg Abbott delivered remarks at the Dallas Police Department's Assist the Officer Foundation’s 32nd annual Cops' Cop banquet last night, and thanked the police officers for their dedication to protect Texas citizens and uphold the rule of law every day. The Governor also highlighted the Back the Blue legislation he signed into law this past session - the strongest bail reform package in history - which ended the revolving door for violent criminals and is taking violent criminals off our streets.

"As Chairman of the Republican Study Committee, my colleagues and I have unveiled a framework for a second reconciliation bill that we'll call 'Making the American Dream Affordable Again.' This comprehensive plan takes direct aim at reversing the failed policies of the Biden-Harris Administration with a clear, actionable strategy to restore the American Dream of homeownership and rebuilding the American Family," said Cong. Pfluger.

On Fox News Sunday, U.S. Senator John Cornyn joined Shannon Bream to discuss the latest in Iran, Greenland and Venezuela, as President Donald Trump puts American interests first around the world and highlighted his conservative voting record. "My voting record is consistently in support of the President's policies, I’ve been supportive of President Trump, and I have a good relationship with him.”

In 1996, as an attorney at the Department of Justice, I prosecuted the Johnny Chung case, which uncovered that China was funneling money into the campaign coffers of the DNC. They wanted to influence our presidential election in favor of Bill Clinton because they believed his administration would give them greater access to sensitive U.S. technology. China wanted our technology back then, and they still want it today.

The United States Coast Guard announced a landmark $200 million expansion and rebuild of the Coast Guard Station in South Padre Island (SPI). Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, secured this money for SPI in the Working Families Tax Cut Act. The funding represents the largest award for a shore infrastructure construction project in Coast Guard history.

Governor Greg Abbott delivered remarks at the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Mid-Winter conference, which honors the brave service members who served our nation on foreign lands.  The Governor was joined by VFW State Commander Dave Walden, VFW Officer of the Day Willie Keller, VFW State Chaplain Jim Russell, and other veterans and advocates. During his remarks, Governor Abbott thanked the men and women who put on the uniform and serve their country abroad.

“Texas is where the integrated circuit began, and where the future of the Semiconductor Industry is being built. This $223 million investment by Tekscend Photomask will further strengthen manufacturing in Texas, and will lead the American resurgence in semiconductor manufacturing and technologies of tomorrow," said Gov. Abbott, announcing the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant for essential components in chip production.