Rep. August Pfluger (R-Tex.)
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Recent News About Rep. August Pfluger (R-Tex.)
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Rep. August Pfluger Honors Jim Henry for his Contributions to the Permian Basin
In a speech on the House Floor, Rep. August Pfluger paid tribute to the late Jim Henry, an esteemed oilman and philanthropist from the Permian Basin. The congressman commended Henry for his remarkable contributions to the oil industry and his philanthropic endeavors.Pfluger acknowledged Henry's pioneering work in the Permian Basin oil fields, specifically his groundbreaking efforts in the Wolfberry Play. This work, according to Pfluger, laid the foundation for the shale revolution that revitalized the entire region. The congressman praised Henry's dedication, expertise,...
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Congressman August Pfluger Closes Over 2,000 Cases and Returns $1.7 Million to Texas-11 Constituents
Washington, DC - Congressman August Pfluger of the 11th District of Texas has announced a significant achievement for his office. Through the hard work and dedication of his district staff, a total of 2,124 cases have been successfully closed, resulting in the return of $1.7 million to the community. These funds were owed to constituents by federal agencies such as the IRS, Social Security Administration, and VA, which had failed to deliver."I am incredibly proud of the outstanding work my district staff has accomplished," said Congressman Pfluger. "Their dedication to...
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Pfluger Votes to Elect Speaker of the House Mike Johnson
Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11) has expressed his support for Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) following Johnson's election as Speaker of the House of Representatives. Pfluger praised Johnson as a Constitutional lawyer and a strong conservative who has dedicated his career to fighting for fundamental freedoms and traditional values.In his statement, Pfluger highlighted Johnson's commitment to important issues such as the Right to Life, Second Amendment rights, Free Speech, and Religious Liberty. He also commended Johnson for his leadership in holding President Biden...
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Pfluger Leads 100+ Republicans in Blocking Iran from Accessing $6 Billion
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) has introduced legislation to prevent Iran from accessing the $6 billion in funds that were unfrozen by the Biden Administration on September 11, 2023. The bill, supported by the Republican Study Committee and co-led by Republican Study Committee Chairman Kevin Hern (OK-01), Representative Joe Wilson (SC-02), and Rep. Mike Gallagher (WI-08) along with 103 other co-sponsors, aims to block Iran, which is known as the largest state-sponsor of terrorism, from using these funds for nefarious activities.In a statement,...
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Pfluger on Hamas’ Heinous Attack on Israel
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, House Homeland Security Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Subcommittee Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11) condemned the recent Hamas attack on Israel, emphasizing the need to stand against radical ideologies and the Iranian regime's aggressive influence.Pfluger expressed his outrage at the "horrific and barbaric" terrorist attacks carried out by Iran-backed Hamas in Israel. He called for a unified front against the radical ideology that fuels hatred towards Israel and emphasized the importance of curbing the Iranian...
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Congressman August Pfluger Demands Shutdown of Southern Border to Secure Country
WASHINGTON, DC - In a press conference held last night, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined Speaker Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) to demand immediate action from President Biden and Congress to fund the government and secure the southern border. Pfluger emphasized the urgent need for the border to be shut down in order to address the escalating crisis.Pfluger highlighted the dire consequences of the current situation at the border, recounting a recent visit to Eagle Pass where he witnessed heartbreak and tragedy firsthand. He spoke of a woman who was...
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Republican Congressman Introduces Bill to Defund DHS Intelligence Experts Group
WASHINGTON, DC — In an effort to address the escalating migrant crisis at the southern border, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) has introduced legislation to defund the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) newly-formed Homeland Intelligence Experts Group. The group, which includes former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency John Brennan, has come under fire for their past actions and alleged partisan affiliations."Tens of thousands of migrants are flooding our southern border daily while the Biden...