LONESTAR — 3.5.2025 — White House Backs Cruz's IRS Crypto Resolution — Rep. Green Kicked out of President Trump's Address to Congress — and More...

LONESTAR — 3.5.2025 — White House Backs Cruz's IRS Crypto Resolution — Rep. Green Kicked out of President Trump's Address to Congress — and More...

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Daniel Molina
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March 5, 2025

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White House Backs Cruz Resolution Rescinding IRS Crypto Rule

The White House has thrown its support behind a resolution introduced by Texas Senator Ted Cruz (R) and Ohio Congressman Mike Carey (R) that would overturn an IRS rule targeting the cryptocurrency industry. David Sacks, President Donald Trump’s (R) White House A.I. and Crypto Czar, announced the administration’s position, calling the rule “an 11th-hour attack on the crypto community by the Biden administration.” READ MORE.

Texas Politics

Governor Abbott Press Office: "Not all Texas families can afford to pack up and move to a new school district or send their child to a private school. School choice will give families the opportunity to choose the best school for their child. We must empower Texas parents and give them what they want - CHOICE."
Rep. Morgan Luttrell: "The #1 killer of young Americans isn't accidents or disease - it's fentanyl made with Chinese chemicals. The CCP knows exactly what they're doing - fueling the crisis, flooding our streets with poison, and calling it business."
Rep. Chip Roy Press Office: "The FACE Act has been used to target and silence pro-life Americans exercising their First Amendment rights. It should be REPEALED once and for all!"
Rep. Greg Casar: "Trump will lie, play games, & put on a show for tonight's speech. But here's what people at home should actually know: Trump & House Republicans want to slash your health care, steal taxpayer money, & give it to their billionaire buddies. Their plan is simple: guys like Elon Musk get richer & you get screwed."

Texas Politics

White House Backs Cruz Resolution Rescinding IRS Crypto Rule — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — The White House has thrown its support behind a resolution introduced by Texas Senator Ted Cruz (R) and Ohio Congressman Mike Carey (R) that would overturn an IRS rule targeting the cryptocurrency industry. David Sacks, President Donald Trump’s (R) White House A.I. and Crypto Czar, announced the administration’s position, calling the rule “an 11th-hour attack on the crypto community by the Biden administration.”

BREAKING: Texas Democratic Rep. Al Green Kicked Out of Trump's Address to Congress — By Texas Politics' Jackson Bakich — Representative Al Green (D-TX) has been kicked out of the House chamber during President Donald Trump's (R) address to the joint session of Congress.

Adam Hinojosa Leads Historic Coastal Bend Leaders Summit — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — State Senator Adam Hinojosa (R) convened a historic meeting of Coastal Bend leaders this week, bringing together key stakeholders to address regional water and economic development challenges. The meeting, which included officials from San Patricio County, Nueces County, Corpus Christi, Portland, and Port Aransas, as well as representatives from the Port of Corpus Christi and the Nueces River Authority, is a significant step in strengthening regional partnerships.

Allen West Opposes School Choice in Texas — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — Texas Republicans are pushing for school choice, which has created a divide within the party. While Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick (R) champion the effort, some conservative voices, including Dallas County Republican Party Chairman Allen West (R), are pushing back.

Trump Pauses Military Aid to Ukraine — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — President Donald Trump ordered a halt to all US military aid to Ukraine following his recent contentious meeting with Ukrainian President Vlodymyr Zelenskyy.

Trump Imposes Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, Warns of Further Action — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — President Donald Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico while increasing current tariffs on Chinese goods by 10%.

Gill, Colleagues Urge GOP Leadership to Support DOGE — By Texas Politics' Jackson Bakich — Representative Brandon Gill (R-TX) has sent a letter to Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) urging them to oppose any Democratic resistance to President Donald Trump (R) and Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative. The goal of the initiative is to cut waste and abuse in the federal government.

White House Backs Cruz Resolution Rescinding IRS Crypto Rule — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina

Dallas Weather: 70+ mph wind gusts cause damage in North Texas — By Evan Andrews for Fox 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina

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Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina is an award-winning senior reporter based in Miami. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Florida International University.

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