Dear Mr. xxxxxx,

Amidst another busy week in Washington, I wanted to pass along my latest update on what I have been doing to fight for you, Texas’ 21st Congressional district, and our country as a whole:

Exposing radical ideology in our military

Last Monday, my friend Senator Marco Rubio and I released a report exposing the Biden Administration's deliberate weaking of the American military by injecting divisive, woke and anti-American ideologies.

The military’s top priority should be training soldiers to be a united, lethal, and battle-ready force primed to defend the United States and her interests at a moment's notice. Rather, the Pentagon is politicizing the military and using your tax dollars to promote blatant anti-American ideology. This has to stop. We need to end the needless politicization of our military and keep our Armed Forces focused on defending the American people and our national interests.

You can read our full report by clicking here.

Fighting for a secure border

That Tuesday, I joined Fox News' Sandra Smith to discuss Biden's worsening border crisis. Republicans need to stand up and fight and do the things that we campaigned on, which starts with actually securing the border.

The next day, I joined Fox and Friends to break down how Republicans can end the border crisis. We don't need more show hearings or empty words. Republicans must immediately impeach Mayorkas and stop writing blank checks to Biden's Department of Homeland Security until they do their job to secure the border.

You can watch my full Fox and Friends interview by clicking here.

Here are some news stories about what I’ve been up to lately:

• WAR ON WOKE: Roy, Rubio Drop Report Highlighting Pentagon Policies Weakening U.S. Military
• Biden admin torched by Republicans for 'preposterous' border policies: 'We need a military presence'
• ‘WE NEED TO SHOVE IT DOWN THEIR THROATS’: Rep. Roy Goes Off on Inaction on Border Security
• GOP Rep. Roy: GOP Must ‘Get a Little Religion,’ Actually Legislate, and Force Biden to Secure Border
• Just How Woke Has Our Military Become? Marco Rubio and Chip Roy Give Us an Idea.

Want to help serve the 21st District in Washington or Texas?

Students and young adults interested in learning more about how Congress works and serving the constituents of the 21st Congressional district are invited to apply for a congressional internship with my Washington, DC office or my San Antonio district office.

Interns will benefit from a behind-the-scenes look into Congress and gain valuable experience in public service while researching congressional legislation, drafting press releases, assisting fellow Texans with federal agencies and supporting staffers. Stipends are offered for internships in the Washington DC office and are available in the district office on a case-by-case basis.

You can find more information on interning with my office in Washington, DC or in San Antonio by clicking here.

Medicare Open Enrollment

Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 to December 7, 2022. During this time, people eligible for Medicare can compare 2023 coverage options on Medicare.gov. You can use the Medicare Plan Finder to compare options for health and drug coverage, which may change from year to year.

Passport resources

The State Department is encouraging passport applications and renewals during the off-peak travel season in fall or winter because demand is lower and processing is faster. Please remember to check your passport expiration date and keep in mind some countries require your passport to be valid for six months after your visit. You can find information on how to apply or renew your passport here.

VA website portal

The VA has launched the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA), a self-service portal which allows visitors to schedule, reschedule, and cancel in-person or virtual appointments with a Veterans Benefits Admin representative. You can visit the portal by clicking here.

USDA Wildfire and Drought Resources

The US Department of Agriculture offers several resources available to farmers and ranchers impacted by the recent wildfires and drought in Texas. We encourage you to take advantage of this federal assistance if eligible.

Resources for wildfire and drought recovery and risk management are available here and here, respectively.

If you have any concerns that my office can help out with, please don’t hesitate to call or email through the “email me” portal on my website. If you feel so inclined, you can also just send an old-fashioned letter to my Washington or district offices. 

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Sincerely,

Chip Roy
Member of Congress