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U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX)
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McCaul Accepting Applications for Class of 2029 Service Academy Nominations
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) has opened the application process for students in Texas’ 10th district who are interested in receiving a congressional nomination to a United States Service Academy. Congressman McCaul can nominate up to 10 candidates from his district annually for consideration at the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval Academies."I am honored to nominate distinguished young men and women in Texas' 10th Congressional District to the United States service academies," said Rep. McCaul. "I applaud their dedication to our...
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McCaul, Gonzales, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Provide Canine Therapy Support for CBP Personnel
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) introduced the PEARL Act, a bill aimed at providing therapy dogs to address the mental health challenges faced by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) personnel.“Our border patrol agents at the southern border witness countless human tragedies during every shift they take — from medical emergencies to human trafficking,” said Rep. McCaul. “It’s no wonder they’re experiencing a severe mental health crisis, as several agents told me on my recent trip to McAllen. I am proud to...
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McCaul Criticizes Senate for Dismissing Articles of Impeachment Against Mayorkas
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) expressed his discontent with the Senate's decision to dismiss the articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. McCaul, who was a House impeachment manager in Mayorkas' trial, and chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, voiced his concerns regarding the Senate Democrats' vote."Under Secretary Mayorkas’ watch, approximately 9 million people have illegally crossed the border — including more than 300 people on the terror watch list — and...
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McCaul Delivers Mayorkas Impeachment Articles to the Senate
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), a House impeachment manager in the trial of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and chairman emeritus of the House Homeland Security Committee, joined his fellow impeachment managers in transmitting and presenting the two articles of impeachment against Secretary Mayorkas to the United States Senate."Secretary Mayorkas took an oath to protect the country from enemies both foreign and domestic," said Rep. McCaul. "For the past three years, he has repeatedly violated that oath,...
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McCaul Joins Event Announcing Proposed $6.4 Billion CHIPS Grant for Samsung in Texas
Taylor, Texas – Today, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — author of the CHIPS for America Act — joined Samsung executives and federal, state, and local officials for an event to celebrate the announcement that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Samsung Electronics have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms to provide up to $6.4 billion in direct funding through the CHIPS for America Act. The funds would expand Samsung’s semiconductor manufacturing operations in Taylor, Texas."I authored and introduced the CHIPS for America Act to reshore and...
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McCaul Confronts Sec. Mayorkas on Failure to Enforce the Law
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) confronted Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on his alleged failures to enforce the nation's immigration laws. During the exchange, McCaul accused Mayorkas of violating his oath and neglecting his responsibilities.McCaul criticized Mayorkas for his approach to enforcing the Immigration and Nationality Act, emphasizing the mandatory language of the law. He pointed out that Mayorkas instructed border patrol agents not to consider prior criminal conduct when taking enforcement...
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McCaul Praises the House Armed Services Committee's Quality of Life Panel Report
WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX) has commended the House Armed Services Committee's Quality of Life Panel's bipartisan report, emphasizing the importance of improving U.S. servicemembers' quality of life. “Our servicemembers selflessly signed up to defend our country. We must ensure that they have the proper resources to adequately care for themselves and their family,” said Rep. McCaul. McCaul further highlighted the significance of quality of life in the recruitment and retention of troops, stating that it is vital for U.S. military readiness and...
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McCaul Joins Chairman Green On Bill To Stop Illegal Immigrants From Boarding Flights Without Proper ID
Congressman Michael McCaul and Committee Chairman Mark Green have introduced the VALID Act, aiming to prevent illegal immigrants from boarding U.S. commercial flights without proper identification. McCaul emphasized the importance of enforcing laws to protect Americans, stating, "By allowing thousands of illegal immigrants to fly without the same ID documents required of every American, the Biden administration has dismantled that work and put communities across the nation at risk."Chairman Green echoed these sentiments, expressing concern over the current practice of...
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McCaul, Impeachment Managers, Speaker Johnson Demand Schumer Schedule Public Trial of Mayorkas
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) — a House impeachment manager in the trial of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas — joined the other impeachment managers and Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) in sending a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, calling on the Senate to expeditiously schedule an impeachment trial. In the letter, the members also announced the House would transmit the two articles of impeachment against Secretary Mayorkas to the Senate on April 10th, 2024.In the letter, Rep. McCaul, Speaker...
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McCaul Votes to Restore American Energy Dominance
WASHINGTON – During House Republicans’ “Energy Week” this week, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) voted to pass six bills to unleash American energy.Rep. McCaul expressed his concerns about President Biden's energy policies, stating, "Since his first day in office, President Biden has faithfully carried out extreme Democrats’ attacks on American energy, which he then tried to mitigate by dangerously draining our strategic petroleum reserve — a critical national security resource."He further emphasized, "American energy is the cleanest energy in the world. By...
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McCaul Slams Biden Admin’s Crackdown on Gas Cars
WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) criticized President Biden's new regulations aimed at gas-powered vehicles, calling it a move that is out of touch with American families. In a statement, Rep. McCaul expressed his concerns, stating, "Just when it seems like President Biden can’t get any more out of touch with the needs of American families, he takes his administration’s radical climate agenda one step further."McCaul further emphasized the potential negative impact of the crackdown on gas cars, suggesting that it could lead to higher prices and make...
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McCaul Legislation Empowers States to Secure Southern Border Amid Barrier Disputes
WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) has introduced the Creating Obstructions Necessary to Address Illegal and Nefarious Entry Rapidly (CONTAINER) Act, alongside Congressmen David Rouzer (R-N.C.) and August Pfluger (R-Texas). The legislation aims to empower border states to protect their communities and the nation against illegal immigration and drug trafficking by allowing them to place temporary barriers on federal land.Rep. McCaul expressed his concerns about the current administration's approach, stating, “The Biden administration has chosen not only to...
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McCaul Joins Legislation to Combat Human Trafficking
WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) is showing his support for the fight against human trafficking by cosponsoring the Empowering Law Enforcement to Fight Sex Trafficking Demand Act. The legislation is led by Congressmen Morgan Luttrell (R-Texas) and Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.) and aims to provide more resources to combat the modern-day form of slavery.McCaul expressed his commitment to the cause, stating, “Human trafficking is a disgusting violation of human rights and an abhorrent criminal industry that continues growing, even here in the United States. I’m...
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McCaul Appointed to Manage Mayorkas Impeachment Trial
WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) has been chosen by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to be a manager for the Senate impeachment trial of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. McCaul, who serves as chairman emeritus and senior member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to stand up for the Constitution and the safety of the American people.In a statement, Rep. McCaul highlighted Secretary Mayorkas' alleged failure to enforce the nation's laws and protect the country from both...
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McCaul, 150 House Republicans Demand Biden End His De Facto Ban on American LNG Exports
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and 150 other Republicans have sent a letter to President Biden criticizing his de facto ban on American liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. Led by Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.), the lawmakers argue that this decision not only jeopardizes the stability and affordability of natural gas domestically but also hurts the American economy, undercuts allies, and strengthens adversaries.In the letter, the lawmakers express their concern about the announcement that the Department of Energy (DOE) will...
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'Infrastructure is a bipartisan issue': McCaul calls for legislators to handle infrastructure bill properly
U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Houston) has called on leaders on the other side of the aisle to take infrastructure legislation seriously.