Rep. Crenshaw Discusses Legislative Push to Combat Cartels, Notes Trump’s Encouragement

Texas Hemp Business Council: "We urge Governor Abbott to reject CSSB 3 and protect the tens of thousands of hardworking Texans, including veterans like Dave Walden, who rely on hemp-derived cannabinoids for their wellness. The hemp industry will continue to fight for smart, sensible policies that preserve public health, foster economic growth and preserve the freedom of choice for Texas consumers."

Rep. Pat Fallon: "The Free Palestine movement relies on useful idiots in the media and on college campuses to advance its goal of wiping out Israel and sowing chaos and destruction."

Rep. Crenshaw Discusses Legislative Push to Combat Cartels, Notes Trump’s Encouragement — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Washington— Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R) says the United States has a rare opportunity to work directly with Mexico to target drug cartels, and that President Donald Trump (R) is fully behind the effort.

Experts Discuss Concerns Over Oil Companies in Venezuela — By Texas Politics' Daniel Molina — The May 27^th deadline is fast approaching for Western oil companies to halt operations in Venezuela. Policy and energy experts are warning that such a move could backfire, leading to a weakened U.S. influence, propping up adversaries, and hurting Venezuela’s fragile economy without achieving democratic change.

Ted Cruz, Brian Babin Lead Push to Relocate NASA Headquarters to Houston — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Senator Ted Cruz (R) and Congressman Brian Babin (R) are leading a coalition of Texas lawmakers urging the Trump administration to relocate NASA’s headquarters from Washington, D.C. to Houston’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) once its current lease expires in 2028.

Texas Republicans Cheer for House Passage of 'Big Beautiful Bill' — By Texas Politics' Grayson Bakich — The House of Representatives has passed the so-called "big beautiful bill" by a narrow margin on strict party lines, with 215 votes in favor and 214 votes against it. Several of Texas's Republicans, including Representatives Monica De La Cruz (R-TX), Troy Nehls (R-TX), Jodey Arrington (R-TX), and Pete Sessions (R-TX), praised the bill's passage in response.

Dan Crenshaw Praises Reconciliation Bill, Reflecting on Rare Member-Led Collaboration — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — As the House moves forward with its reconciliation package, Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R) is highlighting what he describes as one of the most productive legislative processes he’s experienced since entering Congress.

Rep. Van Duyne Praises House Passage of 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Aimed at Economic Renewal — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — House Republicans passed the One Big Beautiful Bill, sweeping legislation intended to reverse the economic decline of recent years and usher in a new era of American manufacturing, energy production, and economic competitiveness. Texas Representative Beth Van Duyne (R) praised the bill’s passage, calling it a historic step toward restoring prosperity and opportunity across the country.

Uproar After Anti-Semitic Shooting in Washington DC — By Texas Politics' Mateo Guillamont — A shooting perpetrated by a pro-Palestine activist recently killed a young couple working for the Israeli embassy.

Rep. Crenshaw Discusses Legislative Push to Combat Cartels, Notes Trump’s Encouragement — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield

Texas House passes bill banning sale and possession of THC cannabis products — By Marissa Armas for CBS News

LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina