U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Republican Members led by Ranking Member Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today sent a letter to companies X, Meta, TikTok, and Google seeking information on their content moderation policies during the Israel-Hamas war, and asking the companies to commit to fully preserving a documentary history of Hamas’s atrocities.

Governor Greg Abbott encourages Texas high school and college students to participate in CyberStart America (CSA) and Cyber FastTrack (CFT), innovative, online cybersecurity talent search and competition programs sponsored by the National Cyber Scholarship Foundation that award over $20 million in scholarships to high-performing students.

Attorney General Jeff Landry’s stunning win in the governor’s race Saturday overwhelmed most other election news, but a few notable trends also emerged. -- Landry was not the only person with a surprising election victory this weekend.  -- A handful of ultraconservative Louisiana Senate candidates also won their races outright and avoided November runoff elections.

"It’s against the law to allow supporters of terrorism or terrorist groups into our country – it’s time for President Biden to enforce the laws,” said Cong. Tony Gonzales. “It's a blessing to live in America, and any individual promoting Hamas should have that privilege revoked – Republicans are united in calling on President Biden to enforce current law and revoke the visas of any foreign national who supports Hamas,” said Sen. Marco Rubio.

"This region contributes 42% of all trade between the United States and Mexico, so it's crucial to have a strong and stable transportation connection between our countries. We expect the Puerto Verde Trade Bridge will close a critical infrastructure gap to support trade growth," said Senators Ted Cruz & John Cornyn, urging the Biden White House to approve Maverick County’s request to build the Cross-Border Bridge in Eagle Pass, Texas.

"Unexpectedly laying a loved one to rest is not only an emotional task – it's also a financial strain. The Texas Veterans Land Board is honored to be able to assist these heroes' grieving families," said Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, as she and her fellow VLB Board Members approved State Veterans Cemetery services to Texas Military Forces killed in the line of duty, free of charge. 

“It's past time for universities to stand up and squarely address the antisemitism they've been breeding and unleashing. It’s disgusting, it's dangerous, and I’m particularly ashamed that student groups from my alma mater blamed Israel for the genocidal war Hamas's terrorists are brutally waging," said Sen. Cruz, as he and a group of Congressional alumni demanded condemnation of the statements made by some of the school's student organizations.

“Israel has no greater ally than the United States, and in the wake of Hamas’ deadly terrorist attacks we must reaffirm our support for Israel. My House colleagues and I are asking President Biden to continue to support Israel – and thwart Hamas terror,” said Democrat Cong. Henry Cuellar from South Texas' 28th Congressional District, urging President Biden to put more pressure on countries that support Hamas.

The Railroad Commission’s award-winning well plugging program received yet another accolade – receiving the esteemed Environmental Partnership Award from the Interstate Oil & Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC). The award was for completing a complex project that ensured boater safety at the Big Thicket National Preserve earlier this year.

​​​​​​​"Because of its annual exposure on TV across the entire world, Formula 1 has been a magnet for international visitors to Austin. This is great for bars, restaurants and entertainment locations in the area. Texas is home to more Fortune 500 companies than any other state... and F1 is an economic boon to Texas," said Gov. Greg Abbott, setting the stage for this weekend's Circuit of the America's Race.

​​​​​​​“As I’ve traveled across the state, I've talked to so many parents – and one thing I repeatedly hear in every location I’ve been, is that parents know what's best for their child. The time for school choice in the great state of Texas is now," said Gov. Greg Abbott during a rally at the Capitol in Austin, encouraging Texans to contact their legislators to voice their support for expanding education freedom.

“The Texas Economic Development Corporation serves a vital role in promoting Texas’ world-renowned business climate, and I look forward to Aaron Demerson’s bringing his leadership and expertise to guide this crucial mission,” said Gov. Greg Abbott, following the announcement of Demerson as the new President & CEO. Texas continues to lead the nation in economic opportunity and innovation.

The world watched in horror last week as Iran-backed Hamas terrorists carried out their heinous attacks against Israel. Our hearts are heavy seeing the abhorrent crimes committed against innocent people and at witnessing evil in its truest form. This week, I joined House Homeland Security Committee Republicans in demanding that President Biden put action behind his words by taking a stronger stance toward Iran.

Texas’ production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids reached new record highs for the month of September – after achieving record highs just one month earlier in August according to the Texas Oil & Gas Association’s (TXOGA) monthly energy economic analysis. “This further solidifies the Lone Star State’s position as the world’s energy leader," said TXOGA president Todd Staples.

"Although we can't bring Danica Kaprosy or the 1,000s of others who've fallen victim to this drug back, we can work to ensure this does not happen to more Texas families," said Gov. Greg Abbott yesterday, honoring the hard work of Texas families, loved ones and community members who are on the front lines of raising awareness of the growing fentanyl crisis plaguing Texas – and the nation.

In a clear attempt to shut down oil & gas operations in an area of over 28,270 square miles in the Gulf of Mexico – an area larger than West Virginia – based upon the single sighting of a whale in 2017, Senators Ted Cruz & Joe Manchin are leading a group of senators in urging the Biden White House not to shut down needed oil & gas operations in the gulf based upon an unpublished, still in peer-review study.

"Texas has long had a deep spiritual, political and economic connection to Israel and the Israeli people. They are our friend and ally – and we will provide them with the financial liquidity needed to respond to the atrocities we've all witnessed," said Comptroller Glenn Hegar earlier today, announcing the purchase of $20 million in Israel bonds to provide liquidity in defending itself against Hamas.

"Texans can 'give the gift of Texas history' and support conservation with the GLO's 2023 Limited Edition Christmas Ornament – or any of the 45,000+ maps, sketches and drawings from our treasured collection. Help preserve our state's history for generations to come," said Commissioner Dawn Buckingham as she announced the ornament and a striking 1859 F.H. Arlitt map of Llano County.

​​​​​​​"What we are doing is running a relay race that began in 1989 – the baton has now been handed off to me, and it's my job to carry it to the finish line. I am committed to however long it takes, and I'll not stop until we get school choice passed in the state of Texas," said Gov. Greg Abbott last night at the Texas Public Policy Foundation’s 2023 Parent Empowerment Leadership Summit in Austin.

"I'm proud to work with Sen. Booker to move towards solutions to the horrific fentanyl pandemic," said Sen. Ted Cruz, introducing the "Targeting Online Sales of Fentanyl Act" with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ). “The online sale of illicit drugs laced with fentanyl has had a devastating effect – overdoses now surpass suicide, traffic accidents and gun violence as one of the leading causes of preventable death among those 18 to 45," said Sen. Booker.