Press Releases

Statement by Congressman McCaul about efforts to secure federal funding for the Bastrop County wildfires

March 4, 2009

“Bastrop County has endured a wildfire that has left a significant scar on several tight knit communities. While the northern edge of the affected area is just outside my district, it affects our entire region and I want to assure you that Bastrop County will receive the help from the federal government that it needs for homeowners and businesses to repair and rebuild. I commend Judge McDonald and Governor Perry for acting quickly to start the process to receive federal aid.

Statement from Congressman McCaul on the President's plan to end the war in Iraq

February 27, 2009

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“I support the President’s decision to reduce our troop levels and ultimately end the war in Iraq. It is thanks to the strategy put in place by General Petraeus, the success of our troops, and particularly the surge that will allow the Iraqi people to take the reigns of a sovereign and stable nation that is not a safe haven for terrorists.

“While President Obama did not support the surge as a member of Congress, I am pleased that he is listening to our military commanders.

Congressman McCaul statement on the President's FY 2010 budget proposal

February 26, 2009

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“There is no doubt that this President faces an economic challenge not seen in our country in generations. And I applaud his determination and spirit to get us back on our feet. But his proposed budget for 2010 is a blueprint for irresponsible deficit spending.

“While most Americans are tightening their belts, and the President has appropriately warned Congress that some cuts will be necessary, his budget calls for bigger and more expensive federal government.

Congressman McCaul Cautions Secretary Napolitano on GITMO Detainee Release

February 25, 2009

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Requests Help for Border Violence

Congressman McCaul Votes Against Billions in Deficit Spending

February 25, 2009

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AUSTIN – At a time the government, more than ever, needs to watch what it spends, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) voted against a budget bill filled with billions of dollars of wasteful spending. The $410 billion Omnibus budget bill is supposed to fund the necessities of federal government for the remainder of FY’09, but it includes more than $7 billion in pet projects.

“Here we are in the middle of the biggest recession in decades and we’re still throwing billions of dollars at luxury items,” said Rep. McCaul.

Statement from Congressman McCaul after President Obama's address to Congress

February 24, 2009

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“It was a good speech. President Obama is a gifted orator and I applaud his spirit as we face the most serious economic times in decades. I agree that we are a bold nation with big ideas, that we must restore accountability in government, create jobs and reduce our nation’s debt. But there is disagreement on how to get there. The last thing that families and businesses need is a tax increase. We need to cut taxes to create jobs and encourage private investment in our markets.

“Our problems are great, but we can overcome them.

Congressman McCaul Tours Guantanamo

February 23, 2009

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Vows to Fight Closure of Terrorist Detention Center

Congressman McCaul Votes Against $1,000,000,000,000 Mistake

February 13, 2009

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AUSTIN, TX – In a show of bipartisan opposition, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) joined his Republican House colleagues and seven Democrats voting against the Democrats’ $787 billion spending bill, which surpasses $1 trillion with interest. Despite their efforts, what was billed as an economic stimulus plan, but packed with billions of dollars in wasteful spending, passed the House by a 246-183 vote.

Congressman McCaul's statement on GITMO submitted to Houston Chronicle and SA Express-News

February 11, 2009

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In response to a letter to President Obama signed by McCaul and other members

Congressman McCaul Introduces Green Energy Education Act

February 11, 2009

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AUSTIN, TX – To answer the calls of many in the academic and business communities to recruit and develop scientific and engineering talent to work on solving problems of national need, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) has reintroduced the Green Energy Education Act, H.R. 957.