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"We've known for years that cyber attacks were the future of warfare. Attacks against our federal networks occur on a daily basis. Often they are espionage; stealing sensitive information. Some are aimed at shutting down critical infrastructure. Both are threats to national security that could be used by rogue nations as a means to cause major service disruptions, economic damage or potentially to harm Americans.
AUSTIN – In an effort to preserve the stories of our nation’s veterans, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-TX 10) is collaborating with the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project, a nationwide effort to record first-hand accounts from the men and women who have served our country.
"Today’s speech by the President fails to clarify or reveal anything new about his policies in the Middle East. Two and a half years after taking office, the President continues to send our friends and adversaries in the region mixed signals. President Obama says he supports Israel, yet he advocates deep Israeli concessions to the Palestinians. He supports diplomacy with Iran, has been weak on enforcing sanctions, and has failed to support the Iranian people and their calls for freedom.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Top law enforcement agents from Texas and Arizona testified before Congress that crime and violence directly linked to Mexican drug cartels is more prevalent than federal crime statistics or the Obama administration portray. Their testimony was in sharp contrast to that of witnesses from the Departments of Homeland Security and Justice who said they agree with the administration’s assertion that the border has never been more secure.
"The President is not giving the American people a complete picture of security on our border with Mexico. The cartels have significantly increased their presence inside the United States. The data on spillover crime and violence is deceiving and underreported. While we have more resources, the border is more dangerous. Between 70 and 90 percent of Texas' 1,200-mile border with Mexico is still not under operational control.