Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a roundup of events and updates to keep you informed about everything I'm doing week by week to represent you in Congress.
It is extremely disappointing that we are now on day seventeen of the Democrats' reckless government shutdown. Senate Democrats have officially voted ten times to keep the government closed, making it crystal clear that they would rather put their radical political interests ahead of the American people. Amid the shutdown, I remain committed to serving you in Congress.
REMINDER: My offices across the district and in Washington, D.C. will remain open and fully staffed throughout the entirety of the shutdown. You can also visit our Government Shutdown Resource and FAQ page for answers to common questions and access to federal resources.
Below, you'll find photos and highlights from the week, plus information on how my office can assist you with any federal concerns. As always, if you need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Best,
San Angelo Rallies Support with Shutdown Resources
This week, I led a roundtable and press conference with local officials, financial institutions, and service organizations to discuss financial assistance programs available for individuals impacted by the Democrats' government shutdown. San Angelo sets the national standard for support amidst times of need, and I am incredibly proud of the way everyone came together yesterday.
Texas-11 has always been strong and resilient, and I want to graciously thank our community for stepping up to help their neighbors.
Read more about the resources, roundtable, and press conference in San Angelo LIVE here or by clicking the image below.
KWEL Morning Show with Craig Anderson
This week, I was honored to be joined by House Majority Leader Steve Scalise as a special guest on KWEL's The Morning Show with Craig Anderson.
On the show, we discussed the Democrats' government shutdown, underscored the stark contrast between Republicans and Democrats in Washington, and called out Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for appeasing the radical wing of his party rather than doing the right thing for the American people. We also discussed President Trump's historic Gaza Peace Deal and praised him for securing paychecks for our service members.
Listen to our full conversation here or by clicking the image below.
RSC Veterans, Reservists, and Guardsmen Demand Schumer Reopen Government
I led 27 of my Republican Study Committee (RSC) Member-Veterans, Reservists, and Guardsmen in a letter to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer urging his caucus to reopen the government and restore military readiness. As the government shutdown enters its third week, service members cannot afford to be pulled from critical training activities that maintain combat readiness.
Without President Trump and Secretary Hegseth, service members would have missed a critical paycheck. I will continue being an advocate for our troops and work tirelessly to reopen the government.
Read more about the letter in Breitbart News here or by clicking on the image below.
