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Representing communities from San Antonio to Austin. Senior Member of Ways & Means Committee, Ranking Member of Subcommittee on Tax Policy.

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Joined June 2010
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    Oct 18

    NEW: Today, more than 40 lawmakers joined me in urging President Trump to enforce strong sanctions on those responsible for the murder & dismemberment of American resident, journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

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    10 hours ago

    Thank you, Congressman Doggett!

    I have led an effort in the House to support sanctions on Khashoggi’s murderers. But that’s only the first step. Believe suggests important possible next steps:
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    19 hours ago

    Proud of my Congressman

    I have led an effort in the House to support sanctions on Khashoggi’s murderers. But that’s only the first step. Believe suggests important possible next steps:
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  4. 16 hours ago

    Good to hear join in the call to expel the Saudi Ambassador & stop all U.S. military assistance that supports Saudi war crimes in Yemen.

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    20 hours ago

    Good to see members of Congress pushing to make Saudi Arabia pay a price for the torture/murder of a writer. has also just called for expelling the Saudi ambassador, ending support for the Saudi war on Yemen, and seeking freedom for .

    I have led an effort in the House to support sanctions on Khashoggi’s murderers. But that’s only the first step. Believe suggests important possible next steps:
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  6. 21 hours ago

    I have led an effort in the House to support sanctions on Khashoggi’s murderers. But that’s only the first step. Believe suggests important possible next steps:

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    Oct 20

    We either get a real check on Trump—we push back firmly now—or American democracy will be pushed down.

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  8. Oct 20

    Families & seniors should not have to pick up the tab for GOP tax giveaways to the very rich. They threaten the millions who depend on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and .

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  9. Oct 20

    Pleased that Ezekiel Emanuel in urges support for my Medicare Negotiation and Competitive Licensing Act bill as the first step in solving this worsening affordability crisis.

    . says that 's bill to is a good start to controlling high We agree:
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  10. Oct 20

    We either get a real check on Trump—we push back firmly now—or American democracy will be pushed down.

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    Trump’s attacks on “fake news” & press as “the enemy of the people” encourages violence against journalists.

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  12. Oct 20

    As he refuses to stand against Saudi murder & dismemberment of a journalist, Trump praises GOP congressman for violently attacking reporter Ben Jacobs.

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  13. Oct 19

    The Saudis finally concocted a tale that this US resident & defender of freedom was in a fist fight, but apparently the bone saw that dismembered him won. What an outlandish lie.

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  14. Oct 19

    After over 2 weeks of denying the murder that occurred in their consulate.

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  15. Oct 19

    As rain continues to fall, soil saturation means more water pooling & a greater likelihood of flooding, especially on roadways. Don't go around any barriers & remember to . Stay informed and sign up for official emergency alerts here:

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    Oct 19

    .'s story is infuriating bc DFAS is in a position to ruin veterans’ financial lives. But it's uplifting bc he's fighting to ensure it doesn't keep happening—it’s also an example of what responsive gov can look like w reps like .

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    Oct 17

    To stay up-to-date with my work in San Antonio, Austin & surroundings as well as Washington D.C., follow me on Instagram :

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  18. Oct 19

    Recent NPR story served as reminder of similar obstacles faced by vets in our area seeking mental health treatment. Our offices work to help them secure treatment they are entitled to, & I remain hopeful for new programs to provide expanded treatment.

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    Oct 19

    In words meant for the Saudi Arabian government, but which apply to us too, he says: “We should not need to be reminded of the value of human life.”

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    Oct 18

    NEW: Today, more than 40 lawmakers joined me in urging President Trump to enforce strong sanctions on those responsible for the murder & dismemberment of American resident, journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

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  21. Oct 19

    In words meant for the Saudi Arabian government, but which apply to us too, he says: “We should not need to be reminded of the value of human life.”

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