The Border Security Bill That's a Start
Aug 13, 2010
by Elisabeth Meinecke, Human Events
The emergency border security bill that passed Congress Thursday has earned a nod from conservatives in the GOP.
The substance of the bill - which increases funding and manpower on the border by $600 million -- was non-controversial enough that it passed the House by a voice
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The emergency border security bill that passed Congress Thursday has earned a nod from conservatives in the GOP.
The substance of the bill - which increases funding and manpower on the border by $600 million -- was non-controversial enough that it passed the House by a voice
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Congressman Poe Talks Border Security
Aug 2, 2010
By Anne McIlhany, The Tribune
It was less than two weeks ago that a major gun-battle broke out at the border of Texas and Mexico near Laredo - gangs forced citizens from their cars and then blocked the streets in Nuevo Laredo, and a bloodbath ensued.
Terrified residents in Laredo flooded
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It was less than two weeks ago that a major gun-battle broke out at the border of Texas and Mexico near Laredo - gangs forced citizens from their cars and then blocked the streets in Nuevo Laredo, and a bloodbath ensued.
Terrified residents in Laredo flooded
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Border Security is Discussed at Town Hall Meeting
July 31, 2010
By Santara Williams, Champions-The Sun
Congressman Ted Poe (Dist. 2) encouraged the public to openly discuss their issues of concern during a town hall meeting.
The event, which commenced with the pledge of allegiance to the United States and Texas Flag, occurred on July 31 at the Brookside Funeral Home in Champions.
"We
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Congressman Ted Poe (Dist. 2) encouraged the public to openly discuss their issues of concern during a town hall meeting.
The event, which commenced with the pledge of allegiance to the United States and Texas Flag, occurred on July 31 at the Brookside Funeral Home in Champions.
"We
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Congressman Ted Poe Secures Military Humvees for Texas Boarder Sheriffs
July 27, 2010
Kingwood News
Congressman Ted Poe (TX-02) announced that he recently facilitated the process to secure six retired US Army Humvees for Texas Border Sheriffs. The Humvees were obtained through the Department of Defense (DOD) Reutilization and Marketing Service program that manages the DOD surplus property sales program.
"Our border sheriffs are out-manned,
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Congressman Ted Poe (TX-02) announced that he recently facilitated the process to secure six retired US Army Humvees for Texas Border Sheriffs. The Humvees were obtained through the Department of Defense (DOD) Reutilization and Marketing Service program that manages the DOD surplus property sales program.
"Our border sheriffs are out-manned,
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BP Finds Itself in Another Sticky Tar Pit
July 22, 2010
By Barbara Hollingsworth, The Washington Examiner
Congressional Republicans have sent a letter to Rep. Howard Berman, D-Calif., chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, requesting "an immediate investigation" into BP's role in the release of Abdel Basset Ali al-Megrahi, the only person ever convicted in the 1998 Lockerbie bombing over
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Congressional Republicans have sent a letter to Rep. Howard Berman, D-Calif., chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, requesting "an immediate investigation" into BP's role in the release of Abdel Basset Ali al-Megrahi, the only person ever convicted in the 1998 Lockerbie bombing over
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HPD Gets Old Air Force 737 for Anti-Terrorism Training
July 19, 2010
By James Pinkerton, The Houston Chronicle
Diverted from a final flight to an Arizona airplane graveyard, a retired U.S. Air Force aircraft's new mission will be to help Houston police train on how to tackle terrorists, foil hijackers and search for on-board bombs.
The functioning 737 Boeing jet, worth $5.4 million,
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Diverted from a final flight to an Arizona airplane graveyard, a retired U.S. Air Force aircraft's new mission will be to help Houston police train on how to tackle terrorists, foil hijackers and search for on-board bombs.
The functioning 737 Boeing jet, worth $5.4 million,
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U.S. Rep. Ted Poe Receives Foodservice Distribution Industry's Thomas Jefferson Award
July 8, 2010
Kingwood Now
The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) is pleased to recognize U.S. Representative Ted Poe with a 2010 Thomas Jefferson Award, honoring the legislator's work to strengthen our nation's free enterprise system and support economic prosperity.
During each Congress, IFDA presents the Thomas Jefferson Award to Senators and Members of
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The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) is pleased to recognize U.S. Representative Ted Poe with a 2010 Thomas Jefferson Award, honoring the legislator's work to strengthen our nation's free enterprise system and support economic prosperity.
During each Congress, IFDA presents the Thomas Jefferson Award to Senators and Members of
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Cleveland marks 75th anniversary with three-day event
July 5, 2010
Cleveland Advocate, by VANESA BRASHIER
Rains dampened but did not stop the Cleveland 75th Anniversary Celebration from taking place July 2-4, 2010. Hurricane Alex threatened the Texas Gulf Coast and even though the area did not experience a direct hit, the storm system kicked up some powerful thunderstorms that dropped several
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Rains dampened but did not stop the Cleveland 75th Anniversary Celebration from taking place July 2-4, 2010. Hurricane Alex threatened the Texas Gulf Coast and even though the area did not experience a direct hit, the storm system kicked up some powerful thunderstorms that dropped several
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God and Guns
June 29, 2010
BY Rep. Ted Poe - The Daily Caller
I was at a town hall meeting back in Texas recently and a local man came up to me afterwards to talk about his concerns over where our country was headed, something to do with a fiery inferno and a hand basket.
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I was at a town hall meeting back in Texas recently and a local man came up to me afterwards to talk about his concerns over where our country was headed, something to do with a fiery inferno and a hand basket.
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Labor Dept. Offers Assistance to Illegal Immigrants Facing Wage Disparities
June 23, 2010
FOXNews.com
Republican lawmakers are expressing shock over a Labor Department ad campaign that offers government assistance to illegal immigrants who think they're getting shortchanged for their work -- and at least one of them is planning to write to Labor Secretary Hilda Solis for an explanation.
Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz says he
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Republican lawmakers are expressing shock over a Labor Department ad campaign that offers government assistance to illegal immigrants who think they're getting shortchanged for their work -- and at least one of them is planning to write to Labor Secretary Hilda Solis for an explanation.
Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz says he
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Reduced Overtime Stymies Boarder Patrol: Edict Said to Curtail Patrols
June 23, 2010
by Jerry Seper, Washington Times - Part 1
The U.S. Border Patrol has quietly reduced its current force of available agents along the U.S.-Mexico border by cutting the overtime hours they can work even as the Obama administration is asking Congress for hundreds of millions of dollars to hire 1,000 new
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The U.S. Border Patrol has quietly reduced its current force of available agents along the U.S.-Mexico border by cutting the overtime hours they can work even as the Obama administration is asking Congress for hundreds of millions of dollars to hire 1,000 new
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Reduced Overtime Stymies Boarder Patrol: Edict Said to Curtail Patrols
June 23, 2010
by Jerry Seper, Washington Times - Part 2
"This is an arbitrary bureaucratic decision that will hurt security at the border," said Mr. Poe, who has steadfastly supported efforts at increasing both the funding and manpower for enhanced security efforts at the nation's borders.
"The agents know best, and they're not being
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"This is an arbitrary bureaucratic decision that will hurt security at the border," said Mr. Poe, who has steadfastly supported efforts at increasing both the funding and manpower for enhanced security efforts at the nation's borders.
"The agents know best, and they're not being
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Gulf Congressman Applauds Lifting of Deepwater Drilling Ban
June 22, 2010
By: Barbara Hollingsworth, Local Opinion Editor, The Washington Examiner
Last week, Rep. Ted Poe, R-Tex., and two dozen members of Congress from the Gulf states pleaded with Interior Secretary Ken Salazar to lift the Obama administration's six-month moratorium on deepwater drilling.
Today a federal judge did it for him.
New Orleans District
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Last week, Rep. Ted Poe, R-Tex., and two dozen members of Congress from the Gulf states pleaded with Interior Secretary Ken Salazar to lift the Obama administration's six-month moratorium on deepwater drilling.
Today a federal judge did it for him.
New Orleans District
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Parental Kidnappings on the Rise
June 21, 2010
by Randy Wallace, Investigative Reporter, MYFOX Houston
August 31, 2006 is a day forever etched into Marty Pate's memory.
Marty didn't know it then but that day would become the last time he would see his little girl standing on U.S. soil.
"I feel like I'm still stuck in August 31, 2006
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August 31, 2006 is a day forever etched into Marty Pate's memory.
Marty didn't know it then but that day would become the last time he would see his little girl standing on U.S. soil.
"I feel like I'm still stuck in August 31, 2006
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Lawmakers From Texas Join Call to Lift Moratorium on Deepwater Drilling
June 16, 2010
By MELANIE MASON / The Dallas Morning News
Texas lawmakers urged the Obama administration Tuesday to lift its six-month ban on deep water drilling.
Joined by representatives of two other Gulf Coast states, Louisiana and Mississippi, the legislators said the moratorium would badly hurt the economies in their states.
"It's
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Texas lawmakers urged the Obama administration Tuesday to lift its six-month ban on deep water drilling.
Joined by representatives of two other Gulf Coast states, Louisiana and Mississippi, the legislators said the moratorium would badly hurt the economies in their states.
"It's
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United, Continental Grilled on Merger
June 16, 2010
Chicago Tribune
Top executives of United and Continental airlines sparred with U.S. lawmakers Wednesday over their merger plan, drawing a threat for closer industry regulation if the deal is approved.
United Chief Executive Glenn Tilton and his counterpart at Continental, Jeff Smisek, received a frosty reception at House Transportation and Judiciary
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Top executives of United and Continental airlines sparred with U.S. lawmakers Wednesday over their merger plan, drawing a threat for closer industry regulation if the deal is approved.
United Chief Executive Glenn Tilton and his counterpart at Continental, Jeff Smisek, received a frosty reception at House Transportation and Judiciary
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Lawmakers Ask Obama to Repeal Drilling Moratorium
June 10, 2010
by Christina Ruffini, CBS News
A gulf coast delegation of about a dozen Republicans - along with one Democrat - today asked President Obama to repeal his six-month moratorium on off-shore drilling.
"I beg the president to reconsider," said Rep. Charles Meloncon (D-LA), whose district in southern Louisiana has been
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A gulf coast delegation of about a dozen Republicans - along with one Democrat - today asked President Obama to repeal his six-month moratorium on off-shore drilling.
"I beg the president to reconsider," said Rep. Charles Meloncon (D-LA), whose district in southern Louisiana has been
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Congressman Ted Poe Speaks at 'Heroes Lunch'
June 7, 2010
by Brittney Martin, The Tribune
The Kingwood Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual "Heroes Lunch" on June 2 in conjunction with Memorial Day to honor all of the local men and women currently serving, or that have served, in the armed forces.
Congressman Ted Poe of District 2 was the
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The Kingwood Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual "Heroes Lunch" on June 2 in conjunction with Memorial Day to honor all of the local men and women currently serving, or that have served, in the armed forces.
Congressman Ted Poe of District 2 was the
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1,200 National Guard Troops Heading to the U.S.-Mexico Border
May 25, 2010
By Dennis Romero, LA Weekly
The Obama administration on Tuesday pledged to put 1,200 National Guard troops at the U.S.-Mexico border in response to a request by an Arizona congresswoman who complained about an influx of illegal Mexican immigrants.
U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, a Tucson Democrat, held a press conference in
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The Obama administration on Tuesday pledged to put 1,200 National Guard troops at the U.S.-Mexico border in response to a request by an Arizona congresswoman who complained about an influx of illegal Mexican immigrants.
U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, a Tucson Democrat, held a press conference in
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Somali Terrorist Threat Raises Questions on Border Security
May 19, 2010
by Shern Min-Chow, KHOU News Houston
A recent Homeland Security Alert distributed to Houston Police and Harris County Sheriff's Deputies is asking local authorities to look out for Mohamed Ali, a man suspected of having ties with the Somali terrorist group Al- Shabaab.
Somalian refugee Omar Osman's first reaction to Al-Shabaab is:
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A recent Homeland Security Alert distributed to Houston Police and Harris County Sheriff's Deputies is asking local authorities to look out for Mohamed Ali, a man suspected of having ties with the Somali terrorist group Al- Shabaab.
Somalian refugee Omar Osman's first reaction to Al-Shabaab is:
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Poe Hosts Youth Conference
May 17, 2010
(Part 1) by Paul Graham, Cleveland Advocate
On Saturday, May 15, more than 100 people attended the 1st Annual Youth Conference hosted by U.S. Rep. Ted Poe at the Dayton Community Center.
Many Dayton High School students and their parents were in attendance, in addition to several from Atascocita and Kingwood
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On Saturday, May 15, more than 100 people attended the 1st Annual Youth Conference hosted by U.S. Rep. Ted Poe at the Dayton Community Center.
Many Dayton High School students and their parents were in attendance, in addition to several from Atascocita and Kingwood
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Poe Host Youth Conference
May 17, 2010
(Part 2) by Paul Graham, Cleveland Advocate
He then described his early high school days and how he chose to do things he really enjoyed pursuing, like math and physics.
From there he made a decision to take a chance to work a summer at the NASA space station in Houston,
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He then described his early high school days and how he chose to do things he really enjoyed pursuing, like math and physics.
From there he made a decision to take a chance to work a summer at the NASA space station in Houston,
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Holder Admits to Not Reading Arizon'a Immigration Law Despite Criticizing It
May 14, 2010
FOXNews.com
Despite repeatedly voicing concerns about Arizona's new immigration enforcement law in recent weeks and threatening to challenge it, Attorney General Eric Holder said Thursday he has not yet read the law -- which is only 10 pages long.
"I have not had a chance to -- I've glanced at it,"
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Despite repeatedly voicing concerns about Arizona's new immigration enforcement law in recent weeks and threatening to challenge it, Attorney General Eric Holder said Thursday he has not yet read the law -- which is only 10 pages long.
"I have not had a chance to -- I've glanced at it,"
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Holder Hasn't Read Arizona Law He Criticized
May 13, 2010
Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr., who has been critical of Arizona's new immigration law, said Thursday he hasn't yet read the law and is going by what he's read in newspapers or seen on television.
Mr. Holder is conducting a review of the law, at President Obama's request, to
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Hundreds Gather for National Day of Prayer
May 10, 2010
The Tribune, Kathy Parks
In a breakfast celebration held at the Humble Civic Center, hundreds of faith-filled Christians gathered to praise God through song and pray for fellow citizens in 14 different categories, including government, education and health care.
Controversy continues to surround the observance of the National Day of
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In a breakfast celebration held at the Humble Civic Center, hundreds of faith-filled Christians gathered to praise God through song and pray for fellow citizens in 14 different categories, including government, education and health care.
Controversy continues to surround the observance of the National Day of
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Congressman Poe Recognized for Work in Congress
May 10, 2010
Congressman Ted Poe was recently recognized for his work in Congress on behalf of victims and law enforcement, small business and for his continued support of conservative issues.
"I am honored to receive these awards, each represent issues that are important to me and to southeast Texans," said Poe. "These organizations
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We the People!
May 10, 2010
Poe Speaks to King Street Patriots
Congressman Poe recently spoke to over 300 King Street - Tea Party Patriots. Greeted with an uproar of applause, Congressman Poe pledged to continue his fight against government-run healthcare and to push for reform the American people want - not the Washington elites.
Congressman Poe discussed
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Congressman Poe recently spoke to over 300 King Street - Tea Party Patriots. Greeted with an uproar of applause, Congressman Poe pledged to continue his fight against government-run healthcare and to push for reform the American people want - not the Washington elites.
Congressman Poe discussed
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Congressman Poe Joins 10th Amendment Task Force
May 10, 2010
Group Answers America's Call to Change Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Ted Poe joined members of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) today to officially launch the newly formed 10th Amendment Task Force during an event in Washington, D.C.
In an effort to answer America's call to fundamentally change Washington, the Task Force
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Ted Poe joined members of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) today to officially launch the newly formed 10th Amendment Task Force during an event in Washington, D.C.
In an effort to answer America's call to fundamentally change Washington, the Task Force
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Congressman Presents Korean War Veteran with Overdue Service Medal
May 6, 2010
HCN Observer
HUMBLE - John Leming, 81, spent a good part of his life fighting for liberty and justice. As a 22-year U.S. Army veteran, Leming served his country from 1946 until 1968, defended his country's interests in two wars, and earned a wall full of medals. But until recently,
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HUMBLE - John Leming, 81, spent a good part of his life fighting for liberty and justice. As a 22-year U.S. Army veteran, Leming served his country from 1946 until 1968, defended his country's interests in two wars, and earned a wall full of medals. But until recently,
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Workers, Passengers Wary Over Airline Merger
May 2, 2010
Employees worried about jobs, and customers worried about service, by L.M. Sixel, Houston Chronicle
Passengers and customers alike of Continental Airlines were worried Sunday about merging with United Airlines, citing worries that customer service may deteriorate, jobs will disappear and Houston will lose the cachet of having a hometown airline.
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Passengers and customers alike of Continental Airlines were worried Sunday about merging with United Airlines, citing worries that customer service may deteriorate, jobs will disappear and Houston will lose the cachet of having a hometown airline.
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Congressman Poe: Secure the Border
April 28, 2010
Doug Delony, Senior Web Producer, My FOX Houston
HOUSTON - Representative Ted Poe of Houston is calling on President Obama to take immediate action on the U.S.-Mexico border.
Poe was joined by Congressmen Gabrielle Giffords, Ed Royce, and Dan Burton on the steps of the nation's capitol on Wednesday morning.
At the press
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HOUSTON - Representative Ted Poe of Houston is calling on President Obama to take immediate action on the U.S.-Mexico border.
Poe was joined by Congressmen Gabrielle Giffords, Ed Royce, and Dan Burton on the steps of the nation's capitol on Wednesday morning.
At the press
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Bipartisan House Members Demand Armed National Guard at the Border
April 28, 2010
by Connie Hair, HUMAN EVENTS
A bipartisan group of House members announced today they want the president to send armed National Guard troops to the border with rules of engagement that would allow them to defend themselves. Led by Reps. Ted Poe (R-Texas) and Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.), the group supports
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A bipartisan group of House members announced today they want the president to send armed National Guard troops to the border with rules of engagement that would allow them to defend themselves. Led by Reps. Ted Poe (R-Texas) and Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.), the group supports
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House Lawmakers Call for National Guard at Border
April 28, 2010
CNN
A largely Republican group of House lawmakers said Wednesday they have sent a letter to President Barack Obama asking for the National Guard to be deployed along the border between the United States and Mexico.
The request comes in the midst of a heated debate on Capitol Hill over a comprehensive
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A largely Republican group of House lawmakers said Wednesday they have sent a letter to President Barack Obama asking for the National Guard to be deployed along the border between the United States and Mexico.
The request comes in the midst of a heated debate on Capitol Hill over a comprehensive
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Lawmakers Push Border Security as Reid Steps Back from Immigration Debate
April 28, 2010
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid's decision to re-prioritize climate change may put immigration reform "back to square one" but lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say that's just where Congress needs to be -- securing the border before dealing with millions of illegal immigrants already in the United States.
Senate
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Lawmakers Push For Guard at Border
April 28, 2010
By Kasie Hunt, POLITICO
Democratic and Republican lawmakers from border states are asking President Barack Obama to send National Guard troops to the southern border-and to allow them to shoot back.
"We urge you to deploy the National Guard to the U.S.-Mexico border, as has been requested by a number
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Democratic and Republican lawmakers from border states are asking President Barack Obama to send National Guard troops to the southern border-and to allow them to shoot back.
"We urge you to deploy the National Guard to the U.S.-Mexico border, as has been requested by a number
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House Members to Obama: Send National Guard to Secure Border
April 28, 2010
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Wednesday called on President Barack Obama to deploy the National Guard to the U.S.-Mexico border to help stem outbreaks of violence there and secure the vast swath of land between the two countries.
In their letter to the White House, the lawmakers said the
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Let's Celebrate National Day of Prayer
April 26, 2010
A progressive, secularist judge has declared that the establishing of a National Day of Prayer violates the constitutional ban on government-backed religion. Last week, U.S. District Judge Barbara B. Crabb, who was appointed by former Democratic President Jimmy Carter, issued the decision in a case challenging the law that requires
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Beaumont Port Expands to OC
April 22, 2010
TheRecordLive.com
The Port of Beaumont Navigation District is currently developing the approximately 455 acres of property it owns on the north bank of the Neches River in Orange County, said John Roby, director of customer service for the port.
"Initial development of the property began in 1999 with the award of a
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The Port of Beaumont Navigation District is currently developing the approximately 455 acres of property it owns on the north bank of the Neches River in Orange County, said John Roby, director of customer service for the port.
"Initial development of the property began in 1999 with the award of a
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Violent Crime Affects the Entire Community
April 21, 2010
Lisa, Brucato, The Buffalo News
Every year, our nation recognizes victims of crime during Crime Victims' Rights Week. April 18 to 24 is dedicated to all of those who have suffered and lost and feel the silence of a loved one who is never coming home. It affects us all.
Look
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Every year, our nation recognizes victims of crime during Crime Victims' Rights Week. April 18 to 24 is dedicated to all of those who have suffered and lost and feel the silence of a loved one who is never coming home. It affects us all.
Look
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House Members Press White House to Confront Egypt on Forced Marriages
April 21, 2010
By Joseph Abrams - FOXNews.com
Seventeen members of Congress are pressing the State Department to act on the "grim reality" faced by Coptic Christian women in Egypt, who frequently are coerced into violent forced marriages that leave them victim to rape and captive slavery.
The bipartisan group of lawmakers wrote on
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Seventeen members of Congress are pressing the State Department to act on the "grim reality" faced by Coptic Christian women in Egypt, who frequently are coerced into violent forced marriages that leave them victim to rape and captive slavery.
The bipartisan group of lawmakers wrote on
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Mexican Drug Czars Encroach on Colombian Cocaine Cartels
April 20, 2010
By Sarah A. Carter, National Security Correspondent, The Washington Examiner
Mexican drug czars are muscling into Colombia, encroaching on the multibillion-dollar cocaine industry traditionally controlled by cartels from cities like Medellin and Cali, according to several U.S. intelligence officials.
Mexican drug organizations are "dipping further ... into Colombia's cocaine market," said
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Mexican drug czars are muscling into Colombia, encroaching on the multibillion-dollar cocaine industry traditionally controlled by cartels from cities like Medellin and Cali, according to several U.S. intelligence officials.
Mexican drug organizations are "dipping further ... into Colombia's cocaine market," said
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Stopping Violence Against Women
April 17, 2010
By ANNE CHANDLER and RITU SHARMA, Houston Chronicle
Khalida married her husband Asad in Pakistan through an arrangement made by their families. (Their names are changed here to protect Khalida.) She finished medical school and began her residency a month after she was married. Her husband was immediately abusive and
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Khalida married her husband Asad in Pakistan through an arrangement made by their families. (Their names are changed here to protect Khalida.) She finished medical school and began her residency a month after she was married. Her husband was immediately abusive and
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Feds Say Border Patrol Vehicles Being 'Cloned' by Mexican Smugglers
April 12, 2009
By Sara A. Carter, National Security Correspondent, Washington Examiner
Federal agents along the Texas border were warned by the Department of Homeland Security that Mexican drug cartels are using "cloned" Border Patrol vehicles to smuggle drugs into the United States, according to documents obtain by the Washington Examiner.
The DHS report
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Federal agents along the Texas border were warned by the Department of Homeland Security that Mexican drug cartels are using "cloned" Border Patrol vehicles to smuggle drugs into the United States, according to documents obtain by the Washington Examiner.
The DHS report
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Violence on the Border Endangers Americans
April 8, 2009
Examiner Editorial
Rep. Ted Poe, R-Texas, hears a lot of disturbing reports from Texas law enforcement officials working along the U.S. border with Mexico. Poe returned from his most recent trip to the Lone Star State claiming to have seen photographs taken by local sheriffs of Mexican military helicopters in action
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Rep. Ted Poe, R-Texas, hears a lot of disturbing reports from Texas law enforcement officials working along the U.S. border with Mexico. Poe returned from his most recent trip to the Lone Star State claiming to have seen photographs taken by local sheriffs of Mexican military helicopters in action
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Barbara Hollingsworth: America is Losing the War on its 'Third Front'
April 6, 2009
By Barbara Hollingsworth, Local Opinion Editor
Fighting a two-front war is ill-advised, as Napoleon Bonaparte, Kaiser Wilhelm and Adolph Hitler all found out the hard way. But the U.S. is now facing an unprecedented triple threat. But with combat troops already stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan, President Obama has largely
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Fighting a two-front war is ill-advised, as Napoleon Bonaparte, Kaiser Wilhelm and Adolph Hitler all found out the hard way. But the U.S. is now facing an unprecedented triple threat. But with combat troops already stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan, President Obama has largely
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Houston Leaders Appeal President Obama to Save Space Program
March 18, 2010
KRISTINE GALVAN, FOX News Reporter
WASHINGTON - Houston Mayor Annise Parker has issued what she called "an appeal, not an attack," on the President of the United States.
In Washington D.C. for talks about the Obama administration's decision to cancel funding for NASA's constellation program, Mayor Parker also extended a personal invitation.
"I
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WASHINGTON - Houston Mayor Annise Parker has issued what she called "an appeal, not an attack," on the President of the United States.
In Washington D.C. for talks about the Obama administration's decision to cancel funding for NASA's constellation program, Mayor Parker also extended a personal invitation.
"I
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No Clear-Cut Road Map on Mexican Truck Issue
March 16, 2010
By STEWART M. POWELL Copyright 2010 Houston Chronicle
WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama's bid to end a costly and politically sensitive border trucking dispute with Mexico has divided the Houston-area congressional delegation, with most local lawmakers either opposed to - or skeptical of - a deal to expand Mexican truck
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WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama's bid to end a costly and politically sensitive border trucking dispute with Mexico has divided the Houston-area congressional delegation, with most local lawmakers either opposed to - or skeptical of - a deal to expand Mexican truck
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Democrats Consider New Moves for Health Bill (Part 1)
March 16, 2010
By DAVID M. HERSZENHORN and ROBERT PEAR, The New York Times
WASHINGTON - As lawmakers clashed fiercely over major health care legislation on the House floor, Democrats struggled Tuesday to defend procedural shortcuts they might use to win approval for their proposals in the next few days.
House Democrats are so
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WASHINGTON - As lawmakers clashed fiercely over major health care legislation on the House floor, Democrats struggled Tuesday to defend procedural shortcuts they might use to win approval for their proposals in the next few days.
House Democrats are so
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Democrats Consider New Moves for Health Bill (Part 2)
March 16, 2010
By DAVID M. HERSZENHORN and ROBERT PEAR, The New York Times
Continued...
Republicans on Tuesday accused Democrats of resorting to legislative sleight of hand by planning to approve the Senate-passed health care bill tucked into the rule that sets the parameters of debate rather than holding a stand-alone vote on the Senate
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Republicans on Tuesday accused Democrats of resorting to legislative sleight of hand by planning to approve the Senate-passed health care bill tucked into the rule that sets the parameters of debate rather than holding a stand-alone vote on the Senate
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Rep. Poe Says SEAL Three Should Be Sent to Capture Another Terrorist
March 13, 2010
Rep. Ted Poe told HUMAN EVENTS he thinks the three Navy SEALs who captured terrorist Ahmed Hashim Abed should be sent back out to capture another terrorist. The SEALs face court martial after Abed accused them of punching him.
Poe isn't necessarily buying Abed's story, especially since Abed didn't launch the
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Poe isn't necessarily buying Abed's story, especially since Abed didn't launch the
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House Rejects Bid to End Afghan War
March 10, 2010
By James Rosen, FOXNews.com
The House voted down a challenge to President Obama's conduct of the war in Afghanistan Wednesday, rejecting a measure that would have compelled U.S. armed forces to leave the country within 30 days.
Introduced by Rep. Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, the measure failed by a vote of 356-65. Five
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The House voted down a challenge to President Obama's conduct of the war in Afghanistan Wednesday, rejecting a measure that would have compelled U.S. armed forces to leave the country within 30 days.
Introduced by Rep. Dennis Kucinich, D-Ohio, the measure failed by a vote of 356-65. Five
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Poe Addresses Houston NW Chamber
March 5, 2010
By Jennifer Cogan, The Sun Champions
Ted Poe (R-TX) referred to Winston Churchill as he addressed the Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce about health care reform Friday.
"Winston Churchill said that the length of a document prevents it from ever being read, and right now, the health care bill the senate
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Ted Poe (R-TX) referred to Winston Churchill as he addressed the Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce about health care reform Friday.
"Winston Churchill said that the length of a document prevents it from ever being read, and right now, the health care bill the senate
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Kingwood Family Celebrates New Addition
Feb 24, 2010
Kingwood Observer, by Jennifer Summer
Ernest Parker looked at his son, Ronel, and simply said, "I'm not leaving here without you; I am bringing you home."
A little more than two weeks ago, family, friends and supporters filled Bush Intercontinental Airport to welcome the two home from Haiti and celebrate Ronel's arrival
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Ernest Parker looked at his son, Ronel, and simply said, "I'm not leaving here without you; I am bringing you home."
A little more than two weeks ago, family, friends and supporters filled Bush Intercontinental Airport to welcome the two home from Haiti and celebrate Ronel's arrival
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Following the Money Trail After Ike
Feb 24, 2010
by Wayne Dolcefino, ABC 13 News
HOUSTON (KTRK) -- There's more criticism for FEMA. They paid the bills, but did they watch your money closely enough? A 13 Undercover investigation sparked the feds to take a closer look. Wayne Dolcefino is on the hurricane trail. "Submit it in writing, I'll answer
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HOUSTON (KTRK) -- There's more criticism for FEMA. They paid the bills, but did they watch your money closely enough? A 13 Undercover investigation sparked the feds to take a closer look. Wayne Dolcefino is on the hurricane trail. "Submit it in writing, I'll answer
Read More...
