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President Trump Accused Of Employing Dishonest And Racist Rhetoric

Democratic Congresswoman Veronica Escobar criticizes President Trump for spreading false and racist immigration rhetoric, highlighting GOP loyalty to Trump...

Congresswoman Escobar discusses immigration crisis and challenges faced by President Biden

Democratic Congresswoman Veronica Escobar discusses the challenges of immigration at the US-Mexico border, the need for congressional action, and the impac...

Escobar urges Americans to believe Trump's outrageous claims, highlight consequences

Democratic Congresswoman Veronica Escobar of Texas discusses the impact of former President Trump's actions and how it may influence future campaigns.

Congresswoman Escobar: Voters prioritize policy issues over candidates' age concerns

Democratic Congresswoman Veronica Escobar discusses the concerns over President Biden's age, highlighting the importance of addressing key issues and contr...

Latino Texas Democrats in U.S. House push back as White House entertains GOP border policy

To secure more aid for Ukraine, the White House is negotiating with Senate Republicans on a deal to revive Trump-era border policies. But some Democratic Texans in Congress say their party is giving up too much.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 13, 2023

Three Texas Republicans stand firm against Jim Jordan in second House speaker vote

Jordan remained 18 votes away from becoming House speaker during a vote Wednesday. Meanwhile, activists in Texas are pressuring Republicans to fall in line behind Jordan’s effort.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 18, 2023

Jim Jordan snags more Texas support in troubled bid for House Speaker

A handful of Texas Republicans back the Ohio Republican’s speaker bid after initially backing the former frontrunner, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise

The Texas Tribune · Oct 13, 2023

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How the looming government shutdown will affect Texans

A federal shutdown would put thousands of Texans in financial precarity. Congress has less than a week left until the end of the fiscal year on Oct. 1, and a shutdown appears imminent.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 27, 2023

Texas Latino Democrats call on Sen. Bob Menendez to resign after bribery indictment

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar pushed back on the New Jersey Democrat’s defense that he was being targeted for his ethnicity.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 26, 2023

Senators downplay chances for 'Dreamers' bill after latest court ruling - Roll Call

Talk of a renewed push on 'Dreamers' legislation was tempered with realism about long-standing political gridlock after a court ruling.

Roll Call · Sep 14, 2023

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar leads push to keep guns from those convicted of hate crimes

The El Paso Democrat gathered fellow lawmakers who have had hate-motivated mass shootings in their districts to back the bill.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 13, 2023

U.S. Rep. Chip Roy helps bend powerful House committee further to the right

With help from two other ultraconservatives, the Texas Republican’s seat on the Rules Committee has let him press for red-meat priorities, even in traditionally bipartisan legislation.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 26, 2023

With another DACA court ruling looming, Texas recipients who are now adults worry about their jobs and futures

A federal judge in Houston is expected to rule for the second time that the Obama-era program is illegal. The possible end of DACA could upend the lives of more than 95,000 Texans enrolled in the program.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 9, 2023

Senate stalled on latest ‘Dreamers’ proposal ahead of court hearing - Roll Call

Congress appears no closer to passing a bill to protect hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants brought to the country as children.

Roll Call · May 31, 2023

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Reason · May 24, 2023

'No One Will Become an American Until…the Border Is Secure'

Plus: Lawsuits over drag shows, a ban on Chinese citizens buying property in Florida, and more...

Tribune News Service · May 23, 2023

Salazar, Escobar unveil comprehensive immigration bill

WASHINGTON — Florida Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar and Texas Democrat Rep. Veronica Escobar have teamed up on a sprawling immigration bill that aims to revamp asylum processing, slash visa backlogs and provide a path to legal status for millions of undocumented immigrants.

The Texas Tribune · May 23, 2023

Texas Democrat unveils bipartisan immigration plan with path to citizenship, border security spending

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar’s legislation, dubbed the Dignity Act in partnership with a Florida Republican, also seeks to change asylum processes.

Tribune News Service · May 23, 2023

Salazar, Escobar to propose comprehensive immigration bill

WASHINGTON -- Florida Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar and Texas Democrat Rep. Veronica Escobar have teamed up on a sprawling immigration bill that aims to revamp asylum processing, slash visa backlogs and provide a path to legal status for millions of undocumented immigrants.

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Roll Call · May 23, 2023

Salazar, Escobar unveil comprehensive immigration bill - Roll Call

Florida Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar and Texas Democrat Rep. Veronica Escobar have teamed up on a sprawling immigration bill.

WEKU · May 12, 2023

Fear and confusion, but not chaos, along the southern border after Title 42 ends

The pandemic-era policy nearly halted the processing of asylum applications. As Title 42 was lifted on Thursday, officials braced for an influx of migrants. But the reality was relatively calm.

The Texas Tribune · May 11, 2023

U.S. House passes border bill shaped by Texas Republicans as Title 42 ends

The Secure the Border Act would resume construction of the border wall, limit asylum eligibility and require asylum-seekers to wait in Mexico. It faces tough going in the Senate.

The Texas Tribune · May 11, 2023

Clash of styles as Colin Allred prepares to challenge Ted Cruz in 2024 race

The Dallas native, former NFL linebacker and civil rights lawyer has not traveled a typical path to Congress.

The Texas Tribune · May 5, 2023

LGBTQ Texans decry Capitol arrests after protests against bill banning puberty blockers and hormone therapy for kids

Senate Bill 14, which spurred demonstrations earlier this week, is again scheduled for House debate Friday. Trans Texans consider it one of this year’s most consequential bills.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 25, 2023

Texas Democrats rally around Joe Biden as he announces reelection bid

Texas Democrats are hopeful Biden can run a competitive race in the historically red state — especially if the GOP nominee is Donald Trump again.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 21, 2023

Biden designates Castner Range in El Paso a national monument

At a Tuesday summit, the president also declared Avi Kwa Ame, 500,000 acres of land in Nevada considered sacred to Native tribes, a national monument.

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