“There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all. When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been my privilege to serve the great people of Texas.
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“For too long, Iran and its tentacles of terror have destabilized the Middle East and waged an all-out assault on the West and our values. With today's strikes by U.S. forces led by our Commander-in-Chief, President Trump, there is finally an opening for these dark days to come to an end.
“The Ayatollah has repeatedly tried to assassinate President Trump, now they are seeking nuclear weapons and the ability to hit American homeland. Today's action will enhance the national security of the United States and our allies.
“As a policy matter, birthright citizenship is stupid, because it incentivizes illegal immigration. It makes absolutely no sense that someone breaks the law and they get rewarded with a very, very, precious gift, which is American citizenship.
“I voted NO on today's Republican legislation to fund DHS/ICE. A rogue agency tied to in-custody deaths, abusive detention practices, ...
“We must stop these lawless attacks on innocent American citizens. We will continue to expose the Trump regime's lies and demand accountability.
“A ballroom in the White House will be used by presidents, both Republicans and Democrats, and it's being funded without a penny of taxpayer money.