July 18, 2024

Assassination Attempt on President Trump

Last Saturday, I was horrified as I watched the events in Butler, Pennsylvania. I am so thankful that President Trump was spared by the grace of God. I join in mourning with our country, those who were harmed, and the family of Corey Compertore, who lost his life protecting his family. Following this tragedy, I hope to see a shift in political dialogue to fix, not fight. This is the time to unify as Americans, and political violence is decidedly un-American.

On Monday, I will be questioning the Director of the United States Secret Service, Kimberly Cheadle as she is set to testify before the  House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. Director Cheadle needs to answer for this unacceptable failure. While I am grateful to the Secret Service agents that acted quickly after shots were fired, many questions remain about the lapse in security leading to an unprotected rooftop within 147 yards of President Trump. I look forward to hearing Director Cheadle’s testimony and working with my colleagues to ensure accountability.

Congressional Veterans Commendations

My office is extending the deadline for nominations to receive a Congressional Veterans Commendation to Thursday, August 15. The CVC program is an opportunity to recognize veterans local to the 17th District of Texas that stand out as worthy of special recognition. This award is for veterans who not only served honorably during active duty, but continue to serve their communities, making a positive impact on those around them. All nominations will be reviewed by a CVC Board. For more information, visit my website or contact Tori Magers at [email protected].

This week, I had the opportunity to provide reactions to various media outlets from local to international following the assassination attempt of President Trump.
 
BBC Radio 4→ Today
I joined the BBC's morning radio news show to discuss the assassination attempt on President Trump. I believe the grace of God saved President Trump and this near-death experience will have a visible effect on politics. The entire show can be heard on the Today website.
 
KBTX News 3→ News 3 at Ten
On Saturday, I spoke with KBTX about the assassination attempt on President Trump. I called for the nation to pray for those affected and sought answers on how this happened. 

The Epoch Times→ Republicans and Democrats condemn attack on Trump at rally
I joined my colleagues on both sides of the aisle in denouncing political violence as seen at the rally in Pennsylvania.

KRLD 1080→ 'It raises a lot of questions,' Sessions says of assassination attempt on Trump
Following recent events, I hope to see answers from Director Cheadle and change in the political rhetoric in this country.