Ted Cruz, John Cornyn Secure Major Wins in FY 2026 Defense Bill

The U.S. Senate has passed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which advances key national security measures and delivers major wins for Texas. U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R) and John Cornyn (R) secured notable victories. READ MORE.

Senator Ted Cruz: "It is an honor to endorse my dear friend and fellow Cuban-American, Emilio Gonzalez, for mayor of Miami. As the son of a Cuban immigrant who fled communism, I know what freedom means to families like ours -- and Emilio embodies that same spirit of sacrifice, resilience, and love of country."

Rep. Beth Van Duyne: "Republicans have repeatedly voted to keep our government open and ensure our troops and federal workers are paid. Unfortunately, Democrats in the Senate have continuously blocked this effort, further proving they care more about illegal immigrants than hardworking Americans."

Rep. August Pfluger: "Grateful to @realDonaldTrump and his administration for this miraculous and historic peace deal. Thank you, Mr. President."

Governor Greg Abbott: "The largest, most powerful rocket, successfully launched from Texas today. Congrats to @SpaceX."

Ted Cruz, John Cornyn Secure Major Wins in FY 2026 Defense Bill — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — The U.S. Senate has passed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which advances key national security measures and delivers major wins for Texas. U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R) and John Cornyn (R) secured notable victories.

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Ted Cruz, John Cornyn Secure Major Wins in FY 2026 Defense Bill — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield

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LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina