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politics9 days ago

Trump’s influence tests the Texas AG primary as Roy leads in MAGA contest

Texas Republicans face a high-stakes attorney general primary framed as a MAGA purity test, with Rep. Chip Roy leading a field that includes Mayes Middleton, Aaron Reitz, and Joan Huffman. Trump’s endorsement looms but has not yet weighed in, and Roy’s past clashes with Trump are used by rivals to question his loyalty; polls show Roy at 33%, Middleton 23%, Huffman 13%, Reitz 6%, with about a quarter undecided, making the winner a bellwether for the GOP’s post-Trump legal strategy.

via Politico|
#attorney-general#chip-roy#elections
Texas GOP AG contenders clash in lone primary debate as Paxton legacy looms
politics9 days ago

Texas GOP AG contenders clash in lone primary debate as Paxton legacy looms

At Dallas’ lone GOP attorney general primary debate, four conservative candidates touted their credentials and debated the path for the office, touching on issues like the 'Islamification' of Texas, immigration enforcement, and abortion-pill restrictions; Chip Roy emerged as the apparent frontrunner, with Mayes Middleton aiming for a runoff as early voting began for the March 3 primary.

via The Texas Tribune|
#2026-elections#chip-roy#joan-huffman
Congressman Chip Roy Announces Run for Texas Attorney General
politics6 months ago

Congressman Chip Roy Announces Run for Texas Attorney General

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.

via The Texas Tribune|
#chip-roy#ken-paxton#politics
Texas Rep. Chip Roy Criticizes GOP Megabill Amid Senate Changes
politics8 months ago

Texas Rep. Chip Roy Criticizes GOP Megabill Amid Senate Changes

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.

via Texas Public Radio | TPR|
#budget#chip-roy#congress
politics1 year ago

Chip Roy Seeks House Rules Committee Leadership

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.

via POLITICO|
#chip-roy#freedom-caucus#house-rules-committee
Republican Lawmaker Explains Opposition to Government Funding Bill
politics1 year ago

Republican Lawmaker Explains Opposition to Government Funding Bill

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.

via The Hill|
#bipartisan#chip-roy#government-shutdown
"Chip Roy Introduces Legislation Allowing Americans to Sue COVID-19 Vaccine Manufacturers for Adverse Reactions"
politics2 years ago

"Chip Roy Introduces Legislation Allowing Americans to Sue COVID-19 Vaccine Manufacturers for Adverse Reactions"

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.

via Fox News|
#chip-roy#covid-19-vaccine#lawsuit
"Chip Roy Condemns GOP Senators for Ukraine Aid Vote Without Border Security"
politics2 years ago

"Chip Roy Condemns GOP Senators for Ukraine Aid Vote Without Border Security"

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.

via Fox News|
#border-security#chip-roy#national-security
"Chip Roy Warns Senate Border Package is a Biden 'Trap' to Boost Immigration"
politics2 years ago

"Chip Roy Warns Senate Border Package is a Biden 'Trap' to Boost Immigration"

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.

via The Daily Wire|
#bipartisan-legislation#border-security#chip-roy
Texas Officials Defy Supreme Court Order on Border Razor Wire
politics2 years ago

Texas Officials Defy Supreme Court Order on Border Razor Wire

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.

via Fox News|
#border-security#chip-roy#immigration
Border Security Showdown: Lawmakers and Constituents Demand Action
politics2 years ago

Border Security Showdown: Lawmakers and Constituents Demand Action

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.

via The Hill|
#border-security#chip-roy#government-shutdown
Trump faces backlash from conservatives over attack on Chip Roy
politics2 years ago

Trump faces backlash from conservatives over attack on Chip Roy

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.

via Fox News|
#chip-roy#conservatives#donald-trump