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Troy Nehls Backs Trump's Approach to Venezuelan Drug Boats

Troy Nehls offered strong support for President Donald Trump's recent strikes on drug-trafficking boats linked to Venezuela. READ MORE.

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Senator Ted Cruz: "The PURE Act updates outdated rules so our criminal laws reflect modern science, strengthens the ability of law enforcement to pursue drug traffickers, and ensures the American legal system remains fair and clear."

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Troy Nehls Backs Trump's Approach to Venezuelan Drug Boats — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — Troy Nehls offered strong support for President Donald Trump's recent strikes on drug-trafficking boats linked to Venezuela.

Julie Johnson Condemns Secretary Kristi Noem Over Detainments — By Texas Politics' Nasya Thomas — Texas Congresswoman Julie Johnson (D-TX) censured Department of Homeland Security operations after taking the floor at a congressional hearing this week.

U.S. Admiral Steps Down from Command Early Amid Challenges — By Texas Politics' Joseph Quesada — U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, who is in charge of military operations in Latin America, handed off command responsibilities this week.

Ted Cruz Introduces Bill to Expand Short-Term Health Insurance Options — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield — U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R), joined by Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC), has introduced the Competition and Openness in Markets to Promote Efficiency, Transparency, and Enhanced Affordability (COMPETE) Act, legislation aimed at expanding access to short-term, limited-duration insurance (STLDI) plans.

Troy Nehls Backs Trump's Approach to Venezuelan Drug Boats — By Texas Politics' Raeylee Barefield

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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