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WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11) honored Permian Basin oilman and philanthropist Jim Henry in a speech on the House Floor. Watch his remarks here, or read a full transcript below: “Mr. Speaker I rise today to honor the life and the legacy of Mr. Jim Henry, whose legacy is one of true innovation and foresight. His… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger proudly announced that his dedicated district staff has achieved a monumental milestone in their service to the constituents of the 11th District of Texas. Through their tireless efforts, they have successfully closed 2,124 cases—resulting in the return of an impactful $1.7 million to the community. This is money that… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC — Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement following the election of Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04) to Speaker of the House of Representatives. Rep. August Pfluger: “Mike Johnson is a Constitutional lawyer and one of the strongest conservatives in Congress who has devoted his life and career to fighting for fundamental freedoms and traditional values… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced legislation to block Iran, the largest state-sponsor of terror, from accessing the $6 billion in funds that the Biden Administration unfroze on September 11, 2023. The bill is supported by the Republican Study Committee and co-led by Republican Study Committee Chairman Kevin Hern (OK-01), Representative Joe Wilson… Read more »

Pfluger on Hamas’ Heinous Attack on Israel WASHINGTON, DC — Today, House Homeland Security Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Subcommittee Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement in response to Hamas’ heinous attack on Israel. “The Iran-backed Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel are horrific and barbaric. We must take a stand against the radical ideology… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined Speaker Kevin McCarthy (CA-23) in a press conference last night demanding President Biden and Congress take action to fund the government and secure the border. Watch Pfluger’s remarks here or read a transcript below. “Everybody's talking about a shutdown. And that's all that's been in the news. I'm talking about a… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced legislation with Homeland Security Chairman Mark Green (TN-7) to block funding for the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) newly-formed Homeland Intelligence Experts Group, which includes former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency John Brennan.… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) has been appointed by Speaker Kevin McCarthy (CA-20) as a crucial negotiator in the House and Senate National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Conference process. This significant responsibility underscores Pfluger's commitment to ensuring the security and well-being of our nation. The NDAA is a cornerstone of national defense… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence Chairman August Pfluger (R-TX) and House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Mark E. Green, MD (R-TN) sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray probing the… Read more »

Pfluger Leads GOP in Banning Disinformation Governance Board WASHINGTON, DC — Representative August Pfluger (TX-11) today introduced legislation with Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene (GA-14) and Ronny Jackson (TX-13) to prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from creating a ‘Disinformation Governance Board’. Read more in the Washington Examiner here. Rep. August Pfluger… Read more »