Representing Austin in Congress. Leading Democrats on the Ways and Means Health Subcommittee. Cyclist, Longhorn, husband to Libby, father, grandfather.
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The same GOP Congressmembers who have enabled so much Trump wrongdoing remain committed to MAGA extremism. Not one Republican joined Tom Massie to replace the most incompetent Defense Secretary in American history. I was pleased to do so.
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An outrageous Supreme Court ruling allowing the Trump regime to resume destruction of Big Bend while litigation continues. There may be little left of this natural treasure by the time a final decision comes. Every concerned Texan should demand Congressional Republicans join Democratic calls to stop the construction.
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By naming a fanatic like Stephen Miller to serve as his Chief of Staff, Trump makes clear his plan to promote division and hate while seeking more power and personal enrichment. Every American must remain engaged in rejecting this corrupt regime.
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Trump’s personal wealth from oil and gas stocks has risen by nearly $36 million this year. 94% of his oil and gas stocks were purchased after he started a reckless war with Iran. But he “doesn’t give a damn” about high gas prices because “we’re making a freaking fortune.” The fortune is all to him and his billionaire buddies while Americans struggle to afford gas to drive their kids to school and get to work.
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America's scientific leadership was built on innovation and discovery. By undermining research and slashing critical funding, the Trump regime is threatening America's ability to compete, innovate, and lead. Hopefully, the powerful results of this week’s election will put a stop to this extremist, political agenda.
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Trump's new plan to wreck the United Nations--name fellow pro-Putin authoritarian Viktor Orban as Secretary-General. Orban was recently voted out by Hungarians, who are investigating his corruption. Countries around the world should do the same by standing up to Trump’s bullying.
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Many families are only a sudden accident or unexpected diagnosis away from being buried in medical debt. As Trump and his Republican enablers drive up health costs, @foundcom is helping Texans find affordable coverage. ACA Open Enrollment begins today. Free, unbiased help is available at ProsperHealthCoverage.org
Both good news and incomplete news on Travis County voting— 48% of us have already voted, but that means 52% still have not. And, while significant, our early vote was lower than in the last election and lagged behind Hays County early voting at 48.2% and Wilco at 49.2%. Isn’t there someone else you can encourage to vote on Tuesday? With all the threats and falsehoods about our elections, this year must be too big to rig!
Celebrated 150th anniversary of Pease with plans for advancing some of our youngest Austinites and their families. I secured $3M to help launch this new endeavor.
LAST CHANCE! If you have been meaning to vote early all week, or have a relative or friend you can take to the polls, today is the day. Night owls can vote until 10 p.m. at these 7 locations (list below).
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Ben Hur Shrine Center, 7811 Rockwood Ln; Lakeway Activity Center, 105 Cross Creek; Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex, 1156 Hargrave St; PfISD Rock Gym, 702 W Pecan St; Randalls Brodie, 9911 Brodie Ln; Travis County Clerk, 5501 Airport Blvd; UT Texas Union, 2308 Whitis Ave.
Only today and tomorrow left to vote early. Through Wednesday: 405,000 ballots cast in Travis County, 6.7 million statewide.
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Trump regime is promoting sales of illegal, imported Putin diesel, As sponsor, myself, of the law banning such imports, together with Ukraine Caucus Chair,@RepMarcyKaptur, we are demanding that Customs and Border Protection enforce the law banning such imports from a war criminal.
Anyone who imports, buys, or moves this diesel is breaking federal law and risks investigation and prosecution. Trump's illegal waiver may protect his pal Putin, but won't protect any American business that acts unlawfully.
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