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Rep. Chip Roy, a conservative and member of the House Freedom Caucus, announced his bid for Texas attorney general in 2026, positioning himself as a fighter for traditional values and against Democrats, while criticizing GOP leadership and Trump on various issues.
Rep. Chip Roy, a conservative and frequent critic of party leaders, announced his bid for Texas attorney general, positioning himself against Democrats and other opponents in a crowded Republican primary.
U.S. Rep. Chip Roy announced his candidacy for Texas attorney general, challenging the crowded Republican primary field. Roy, known for his conservative stance and past criticism of former boss Ken Paxton, aims to leverage his congressional experience and campaign funds to secure the position, emphasizing his commitment to Texas sovereignty and legal battles. His campaign introduces a potentially significant shift in the state's political landscape, especially given his national profile and previous clashes within his party.
Congressman Chip Roy has announced his bid for the position of Texas Attorney General, entering the political race for the state's top legal office.
Texas Rep. Chip Roy criticizes the GOP tax and spending bill, calling it 'garbage' and expressing doubt about its passage by July 4, due to its large deficit increase and departure from conservative fiscal principles. Despite Republican confidence, opposition from conservatives and Democrats remains strong over the bill's extensive cuts and fiscal impact.
Rep. Chip Roy is vying for the chairmanship of the House Rules Committee, a position that would enhance the influence of the chamber's conservative faction. Roy, a current committee member, has expressed his interest in the role, emphasizing his expertise and ability to unify the conference. The decision ultimately rests with Speaker Mike Johnson, who faces pressure to address the lack of female leadership in House committees, with Rep. Virginia Foxx also considered a contender for the position.
Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy opposed the $1.2 trillion bipartisan spending bill, citing a lack of "sanity on spending" and border security. He criticized the bill for doubling down on issues that frustrate Americans and risk the election for supporting Republicans. Despite opposition, the House passed the bill, and President Biden signed it into law to prevent a government shutdown. Roy advocated sticking with the bipartisan budget caps agreement from last year and triggering constrained spending to address defense and bureaucracy while negotiating on border security.
Rep. Chip Roy introduces the Let Injured Americans Be Legally Empowered (LIABLE) Act, which would allow Americans to sue COVID-19 vaccine makers over alleged adverse health effects caused by the shot, aiming to remove statutory protections for manufacturers. The bill comes amid concerns about vaccine mandates and the limited liability for vaccine-related injuries under the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act of 2005. Despite criticism from a pharmaceutical industry spokesperson, Roy and a dozen House GOP co-sponsors are pushing for the bill, arguing that it would provide recourse for those who have faced vaccine injuries.
Rep. Chip Roy criticizes Senate for passing $95 billion Ukraine and Israel aid bill without border security provisions, calling it an "abomination" and urging focus on securing the US border. He accuses Republicans who voted for the bill of prioritizing foreign wars over domestic security, while highlighting the ongoing border crisis in Texas. The bill, which does not address border security, passed with 22 Republican votes and includes $60 billion for Ukraine, $14 billion for Israel, and $9 billion for Gaza, among other allocations.
Rep. Chip Roy criticizes the bipartisan Senate bill as a "War, Debt, and Open Borders" trap designed to boost Biden's re-election chances, arguing that it prioritizes foreign aid over border security. He urges Congress to stop the bill, while Rep. Dan Bishop also highlights damaging provisions. House leadership vows not to pass the bill, while Biden urges its immediate passage and Trump criticizes it as a trap for Republicans.
Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, is urging Texas officials to defy a recent Supreme Court order allowing the removal of razor wire along the border, arguing that the state has a duty to protect its citizens. The order, which was a win for the Biden administration, has sparked criticism from Roy and Border Patrol officials who believe it will encourage more illegal immigration. The razor wire was part of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's initiative to address the migrant crisis, and Abbott has vowed to continue defending the state's authority to secure the border.
Rep. Chip Roy's constituents are urging lawmakers to shut down the government if there is no deal on border security, with Roy suggesting that conservative lawmakers withhold funding to force the Biden administration to address GOP's border demands. Roy emphasized Texas' efforts to defend itself at the border and expressed the need for change before funding the government. Some conservative lawmakers have threatened to shut down the government over the border, circulating a letter urging lawmakers to hold up government funding until Democrats and the White House agree to border security and asylum reforms.
Former President Donald Trump faced backlash from conservatives after attacking Rep. Chip Roy, calling him a "RINO" and urging him to face a primary challenge. Conservative politicians and commentators defended Roy, criticizing Trump's comments as "idiotic" and "insane." Roy, who is running unopposed in the Republican primary for Texas' 21st Congressional District, received support from fellow conservatives and posted a photo of Trump with Dr. Anthony Fauci in response.
Former President Donald Trump called for a primary challenger against Texas Rep. Chip Roy, whom he labeled a "RINO" for supporting Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. However, Trump's demand came after the filing deadline, and no serious contenders are running against Roy. Roy, a member of the House Freedom Caucus, was the first to endorse DeSantis for president and has a conservative voting record. DeSantis defended Roy, highlighting their shared commitment to securing the southern border. Trump and Roy have clashed in the past, with Roy voting to certify Trump's election loss and criticizing his attempt to remain in office.
Former President Donald Trump is seeking a primary challenger for Republican Rep. Chip Roy, who is backing Ron DeSantis in the 2024 GOP presidential primary. However, Trump's request comes too late as the filing deadline for primary candidates in Texas has already passed. Roy is set to run unopposed in the March 5 primary election and is likely to be reelected. Trump's desire to see Roy go is likely due to his support for DeSantis and his vote to certify the results of the 2020 election, breaking with Trump and most of his colleagues.