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Crenshaw Urges Europe be 'Uncomfortably Aggressive' on Russia

As peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia appear to be underway, Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R) is urging European leaders to adopt a “much stronger message” toward Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking from the Munich Security Conference, Rep. Crenshaw expressed frustration over what he sees as Europe's lackluster commitment to supporting Ukraine. READ MORE.

Rubio's Visit To Israel Signals Radical Shift in US Middle East Policy

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Israel has underscored a shift in the US’ foreign policy priorities for the Middle East. READ MORE.

State Rep. David Lowe: "@DOGE @elonmusk now that you're located in Texas, we need some help too! Please DOGE the school districts."

State Rep. Brian Harrison: "The Texas House created a 'DOGE Committee' to fool you into thinking they want to shrink government. They're hoping you won't notice they loaded it up with liberal DEMOCRATS."

State Rep. Katrina Pierson: "The federal government is out of control!!! Cutting checks for people almost 200 years old??"

Crenshaw Urges Europe be 'Uncomfortably Aggressive' on Russia — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — As peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia appear to be underway, Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R) is urging European leaders to adopt a “much stronger message” toward Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking from the Munich Security Conference, Rep. Crenshaw expressed frustration over what he sees as Europe's lackluster commitment to supporting Ukraine.

Rubio's Visit To Israel Signals Radical Shift in US Middle East Policy — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Israel has underscored a shift in the US’ foreign policy priorities for the Middle East. 

Crockett Dubs Musk ‘Immigrant Taking People’s Jobs’ — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D) has intensified her criticism of the Trump Administration by targeting Elon Musk, who’s heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Like many Texas Democrats, Rep. Crockett has expressed deep concerns over Musk's influence within the federal government.

Tarrant GOP Chair Welcomes Lone Star DOGE Committee — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — Tarrant County GOP Chair Bo French (R) has shared strong support for the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Committee in Texas, praising its potential to root out wasteful government spending. The committee, chaired by Rep. Giovanni Capriglione (R), also includes Texas Representatives Tony Tinderholt (R), David Cook (R), and Mike Olcott (R).

Cruz Co-Sponsors Bill Requiring AM Radio in New Cars — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — Over the weekend, Senators Rick Scott (R-FL), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Ed Markey (D-MA), and 48 other senators introduced the bipartisan AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, a piece of legislation requiring automakers to include AM radios in every new car produced. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) would require automakers to install AM radios "at no additional charge." The rationale is that during emergencies, AM radios are the most reliable form of communication in dire situations.

Crenshaw Urges Europe be 'Uncomfortably Aggressive' on Russia — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina

Rubio's Visit To Israel Signals Radical Shift in US Middle East Policy — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont

As Texas braces for potentially historic freeze, Gov. Abbott says power grid is ready — By Cory McCord for KHOU

LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina is a managing editor and legislative correspondent with a decade of experience covering the evolving political landscape of the American South and Southwest.

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