I’m deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Santiago Cardenas. After bravely fighting brain cancer, Santiago leaves behind a legacy of courage, strength, and joy that touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Last year, I was honored to welcome Santiago to
- During my meeting yesterday with Adrian Rodriguez, President and COO of @AEPnews, we took a moment to recognize Federico Bouvier, an AEP employee who helped rescue passengers after the plane crash on Loop 20 in Laredo. Federico stepped in alongside first responders and other
00:00 - Prices are still too high, and families across South Texas feel it every time they fill up their tank, buy groceries, or pay their bills. New inflation data shows costs rose again in May, with the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure reaching a three-year high. I will
- As Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, yesterday I welcomed @SecMullinDHS and Deputy Secretary Edgar and made clear that while I support the mission of the Department, Congress also has a responsibility to provide strong oversight. Throughout the
00:00 - It was great to welcome Alex Chapa, Jr. and his family to Washington for the Congressional Art Competition recognition ceremony. Alex, a student at Zapata High School, won this year’s Congressional Art Competition for #TX28 with his piece, The Hidden Self. His artwork will be
00:00 - Yesterday, I had the opportunity to meet with this year's Congressional Art Competition winner from my district, Alex Chapa, Jr., an excellent student at Zapata High School. We talked about Alex's award-winning piece, The Hidden Self, a graphite portrait that reflects the
- During yesterday’s DHS hearing, I took a moment to recognize Border Patrol Agent Alex Medellin. On June 16, an aircraft crashed on Bob Bullock Loop in Laredo. Agent Medellin was off duty, but he still responded to the scene and helped first responders and Good Samaritans rescue
00:00 - Nurses play a critical role in caring for patients and supporting families across South Texas. This afternoon, I met with Daniel Cabrera, DNP, MBA, RN, of @GCHCTexas in Laredo and @ANANursingWorld to discuss federal policies that support the nursing profession and strengthen our
- Cargo theft, staged accidents, and supply chain fraud are serious issues for the trucking industry, especially in Laredo. I met with members of @TRUCKINGdotORG’s LEAD ATA program and industry leaders to hear directly from those working in freight, logistics, and transportation.
- Congratulations to Jorge “JD” Delgado of Delgado Insurance Agency in Laredo on being named the 2026 ELITExan Young Agent of the Year by the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas. This award recognizes young insurance professionals who demonstrate leadership, service, and a
- Taxpayers deserve to know that defense dollars are being spent wisely, efficiently, and in ways that save taxpayer dollars, especially as families continue to face the rising cost of living. During today’s consideration of the Defense Appropriations bill, I spoke about language
00:00 - During today’s consideration of the Defense Appropriations bill, I highlighted several priorities I secured to support military readiness, service members, and military families. This includes continued investment in human performance research at UT San Antonio, which helps
00:00 - Today, I voted to pass the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to help address rising housing costs and increase housing supply. Families across South Texas and the country are facing higher rents, higher home prices, and fewer affordable options. This bill takes














