Today, Attorney General Eric Holder demonstrated how disconnected the Obama administration is from the rest of the country by comparing Charles Manson to Osama bin Laden.
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Video: Attorney General Eric Holder Demonstrates How Disconnected The Obama Administration Is
March 16, 2010
POLITICO: Eric Holder: Osama Bin Laden Won’t Be Brought in Alive
March 16, 2010
“That’s incredible,” Culberson replied. “The disconnect—your administration, your mindset is so completely opposite where the majority of the American people are,” the Congressman said, arguing that disagreement with the Obama Administration’s terrorism prosecution policy drove the recent victory of Sen. Scott Brown (R-Mass.).
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Apollo Astronauts Continue to Support Constellation Program
March 16, 2010
Obama NASA plans “catastrophic” says moon astronauts
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Fox Business Interview on Health Care Bill
March 16, 2010
Speaker Pelosi should be embarrassed and ashamed that she is shutting out the American people.
Live at 7:00 PM (CDT) Telephone Town Hall with Rep. Culberson
March 15, 2010
Houston Chronicle: Houston-area lawmakers try to rescue “Team B” at NASA
March 12, 2010
Houston-area House members from both parties are joining forces to persuade the Obama administration to rescue NASA’s back-to-the-moon Constellation program.
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ABC News: Congressman Tells Geithner To Expect GOP “Tidal Wave” in November Due to Soaring Deficits
March 10, 2010
Rep. Culberson“You’ve spent more money in less time than any administration in history, you have driven the deficits to unprecedented levels, and you’re trying to sell a bill of goods to the country claiming that you’re going to create the mother of all entitlements, insure 30 million more Americans, and we’re going to save you money,” he continued. “Nobody believes that.”
Video of Sec. Geithner Hearing
March 10, 2010
Today I asked Sec. Geithner how creating a new health care entitlement program will bring down the deficit. You can view the video by clicking here .
$15 Billion in a Few Hours
March 04, 2010
Today, the House will vote on a $15 billion “jobs bill.” Although it is scheduled to be voted on in a few hours, Members of Congress and, more importantly, the American taxpayers have not had a chance to read the bill and debate its implications.
President Obama, Listen!
February 25, 2010
President Obama should listen to the millions of Americans who have said no to a government takeover of health care.
Houston Congressmen Ask Pelosi: Are Jobs a Priority For You?
February 22, 2010
Washington, DC – Today Houston area Congressmen Kevin Brady, John Culberson, Michael McCaul, Ted Poe, and Pete Olson issued the following statement challenging Speaker Pelosi’s visit to the Port of Houston to tout stimulus jobs…
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One Year Later: Where Does America Stand?
February 17, 2010
One year after President Obama’s stimulus package passed, we have higher unemployment, record high deficits and record high spending levels.
Closing the new frontier
February 12, 2010
For the first time since John Glenn flew in 1962, the United States will have no access of its own for humans into space — and no prospect of getting there in the foreseeable future.
Serving District Seven During Severe Weather
February 10, 2010
Due to severe weather affecting the greater Washington, D.C. area, my office in our nation’s capital is closed. Please note that my Houston office is open and my Washington, D.C.…
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An Urgent Fiscal Crisis
February 04, 2010
Today Congressional Democrats are set to raise the debt limit again by $1.9 trillion to $14.3 trillion – roughly the size of the entire U.S. economy. This will be the…
Webchat with the Houston Chronicle – 2/2/2010
February 01, 2010
Please join me on February 2, 2010 at 1 P.M. (CDT) for a live webchat with the Houston Chronicle. We will be discussing the President’s Budget and the implications for…
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The President’s Budget – More of the Same
February 01, 2010
Last week President Obama spoke of fiscal discipline and promised to pay “for what we spent on my watch.” He went on to note correctly that “if we…
A New Terrrorist Trial Location is a Fool’s Errand
January 29, 2010
The White House has announced that they will search for another trial venue for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and four other Guantanamo Bay detainees. The New York Police Department…
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The President’s Newfound Fiscal Conservatism
January 27, 2010
Tonight, I look forward to hearing President Obama’s plan for a spending freeze in Washington. Unfortunately, at the same time he is touting his newfound fiscal conservatism, he…
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Houston Rotarians Return Home from Haiti
January 19, 2010
Houston Rotarians Return Home from Haiti – My Fox Houston
HOUSTON – Members of the Rotary Club of Houston service team who were stranded in Haiti following Tuesday’s devastating quake are…
Statement on Haiti Relief Efforts
January 15, 2010
This week we have all seen the devastation that has occurred in Haiti. We have watched as young children are pulled from crumbled buildings, family members search for their loved…
Gitmo Detainee Goes to Washington
January 15, 2010
For Immediate Release
Contact: Megan Mitchell or Katie Brindell , (202) 225-2571
Today news reports indicate that the Obama administration is considering a criminal trial in Washington for a Guantanamo Bay detainee…
Weekly Standard: Study: GOP Rules Twitter
January 15, 2010
Study: GOP Rules Twitter
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BY Mary Katharine Ham
There’s growing evidence that now that Republicans are the party out of power, they’re finally closing the gap between Republicans and Democrats, when it…
How Does the President Define War?
January 08, 2010
For Immediate Release: January 8, 2010
Contact: Megan Mitchell or Katie Brindell , (202) 225-2571
Yesterday the President said, “We are at war. We are at war against al Qaeda, a far-reaching network of…
Senate Democrats Unveil a Formal Government Takeover of Health Care
December 22, 2009
Rather than thoughtful policy, the Senate health care bill includes countless political handouts.
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AFP: US Lawmakers Rush to End Votes to Fly to Copenhagen
December 17, 2009
WASHINGTON — Leading US lawmakers including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi were poised to make a dash for the Copenhagen climate talks as they rushed to try to complete key votes…
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Fox News: House Scrambles to Make Copenhagen Conference
December 16, 2009
The House of Representatives waded through a marathon day on Capitol Hill Wednesday, trying to tackle a slew of big-ticket items all at once so they can make it to…
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Washington Examiner: Pelosi Rushes Votes to Catch Plane to Copenhagen
December 16, 2009
Pelosi rushes votes to catch plane to Copenhagen
By: Byron York
Chief Political Correspondent
12/16/09 2:12 PM EST
The House is rushing to pass four major bills today — a Defense Department appropriations bill,…
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Speaker Pelosi, Cancel Your Flight!
December 16, 2009
Speaker Pelosi what is more important, ensuring that the American people can read these bills or you attending a climate change conference?
First Class Tickets for Terrorists
December 15, 2009
Today President Obama announced that more than 70 detainees from Guantanamo Bay will be moved and housed indefinitely in Thomson, Illinois. The Obama Administration has yet to explain how transferring…
Another Bailout Bait and Switch
December 10, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Megan Mitchell or Katie Brindell , (202) 225-2571
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner has announced plans to extend the $700 billion TARP program through next October. The bailout…
Response to Metro’s Criticisms
December 10, 2009
On December 8, 2009, I sent Peter Rogoff, the Federal Transit Administrator, a letter detailing Metro’s precarious financial situation and questioning the affordability of the planned $1.5 billion University Line.…
Townhall.com: Hold Your Breath Texas
December 09, 2009
Op-Ed By John Culberson
Tuesday, December 08, 2009
This week the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decided that the air we exhale, carbon dioxide, is toxic and poses a danger to our well-being.…
Security for Terrorists, Insecurity for our Military
December 07, 2009
Two Navy SEALs are scheduled to be arraigned in a military court today and another on a date yet to be determined, on charges that they mistreated one of the…
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Dead or Alive, Speaker Pelosi Wants Your Money
December 03, 2009
This year liberals have sought to control the banks, the auto makers, your health care, and now they want your money after you die.
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Success in Afghanistan
December 01, 2009
For Immediate Release: December 1, 2009
Contact: Megan Mitchell or Katie Brindell , (202) 225-2571
In March President Obama noted the threat in Afghanistan was the “greatest threat to our people.” �…
Video Blog on Guantanamo Detainees and Afghanistan
November 24, 2009
Rep. Culberson discusses President Obama’s decision to give terrorists full U.S. Constitutional rights and ensuring that our troops in Afghanistan have the support they need.
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Doctors and Americans Deserve a Permanent Fix
November 19, 2009
Today House Democrats passed yet another bill that adds hundreds of billions of dollars to the deficit. In an awkward attempt to fix the formula that determines doctor’s reimbursement…
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The Hill: GOP Leads Media Charge
November 19, 2009
GOP leads media charge
By Kim Hart – 11/18/09 07:43 PM ET
One year ago, President Barack Obama’s election win transformed political campaigns by showing the power of Facebook, Twitter, YouTube…
290 Expansion – Improving the Quality of Life for Houstonians
November 18, 2009
In 2007, Texas voters approved Proposition 12, which authorized the issuance of $5 billion in voter-approved bonds for transportation projects. Earlier this year, the Texas Legislature authorized the Texas Department…
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Granting Khalid Sheikh Mohammed His Wish
November 13, 2009
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and four other Guantanamo Bay detainees will be sent to New York to stand trial in a civilian federal court – just as he wanted.
Statement on Veteran’s Day
November 11, 2009
Today we thank our military and reflect upon their service. We honor those veterans who have served our country and protected our freedoms. This day reminds us that “freedom…
Town Hall Meeting Thursday, November 12, 2009
November 10, 2009
In the aftermath of the most recent attempt at a government takeover of an industry, I would like to invite you to a town hall meeting this Thursday, November 12 at Hunter’s Creek Elementary School.
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Statement on the Passage of Government Run Health Care
November 09, 2009
In the last year, the federal government has taken over portions of the banks, the auto industry, and the housing industry. On Saturday night they emerged one step closer…
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Statement on the Fort Hood Tragedy
November 05, 2009
Tonight Texans’ and Americans’ hearts are heavy with the news of the thoughtless and senseless tragedy that occurred in Fort Hood, Texas. We will forever remember and honor the brave…
Houston Chronicle: GOP lawmakers rap federal ‘control’
November 05, 2009
By STEWART M. POWELL – Nov. 4, 2009
WASHINGTON — In one last salvo aimed at the House Democratic plan to overhaul health care, Houston-area Republican congressmen claimed Wednesday that famed…
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AP: Texan wires in the public on health care reform
November 05, 2009
By SUZANNE GAMBOA – Nov. 4, 2009
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. John Culberson had reporters in the room, conferenced on the phone, and his constituents watching by Webcast, Twitter and Facebook…
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Live at 7:00 PM (CDT) Town Hall with Congressman Culberson
November 03, 2009
Please join me tonight to discuss the current health care bill schedule for a vote this week.
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Health Care Needs A Tune Up, Not A Trade In
October 28, 2009
Congressman Culberson explains Republican alternatives to government run health care.
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Information on H1N1
October 28, 2009
Flu season is upon us and many people have questions regarding the H1N1 vaccine. The Department of Homeland Security has recommended that the novel H1N1 flu vaccine be made…
Americans Demand More Transparency from Elected Officals
October 21, 2009
The nonpartisan, nonprofit Sunlight Foundation honored Congressmen Culberson and Brian Baird (D-WA) for their efforts to post legislation online at least 72 hours prior to a vote.
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Senate Finance Bill, Health Care Reform?
October 20, 2009
A 1,500 page bill that raises taxes, raises premiums and cuts Medicare is not reform. Read More »
ONE MILLION JOBS?
October 16, 2009
Today the Administration claimed that the $1 trillion “stimulus” created or saved “about one million jobs in the first seven months.” I am stunned the administration would turn a…
Culberson Named “Taxpayer Hero”
October 13, 2009
WASHINGTON–(Business Wire)–
The Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW) today honored nine members of the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas as Taxpayer Heroes for their high scores in the…
Dems struggle for Gitmo deal
October 08, 2009
By: David Rogers
October 7, 2009 08:25 PM EST
Democrats pushed ahead Wednesday with a $42.8 billion homeland security budget that keeps alive the goal of closing Guantanamo someday while preserving President…
Democrats Leave Door Open for Terrorists To Be Transferred To U.S.
October 07, 2009
Today during the conference committee meeting on the Homeland Security Appropriations Bill, House Democrats left the door open for terrorists to be transferred to U.S. soil… Read More ››
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Culberson: Boxer-Kerry bill means more taxes for Texas
October 06, 2009
The cap and trade plan should really be called “the light switch tax,” because if this bill becomes law, you will pay a tax every time you flip your light switch. Read More ››
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Chron.com: Culberson, Cornyn, Brady hammer Obama on jobless numbers
October 02, 2009
While some economists, including Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, have declared recently the Great Recession may be bottoming out, unemployment continues to go up — and Texas Republicans are blaming…
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Statement On Latest Unemployment Numbers
October 02, 2009
While the president has worked to assert control over the banking, auto, insurance, energy and health care industries, hardworking Americans continue to lose their jobs. Today, the Labor Department announced that hundreds of thousands more Americans are without employment.
Transparency will Help restore public trust (Rep. John Culberson)
October 01, 2009
By Rep. John Culberson (R-Texas) – 10/01/09 11:10 AM ET
Record high spending bills are passing the House without a chance for Members of Congress and the American public to read…
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BusinessWeek: Annotate Bills Like a Pro
September 28, 2009
Ever have a yearning to mark up pending health-care legislation like one of those high-powered lobbyists or a duly elected representative of the people? Now’s your chance — and there may even be a real, live congressman at the other end, absorbing your advice.
View Health Care Bill Online and Comment
September 24, 2009
View H.R. 3200 and leave a comment. I look forward to reading your thoughts and restoring public trust in the government by raising the level of openness, order and discourse.
The Washington Times: Real-time Democracy
September 24, 2009
Instead of waiting around for Congress to pass his legislation to require that all bills be posted online before getting a vote, Rep. John Culberson found a way to start doing it himself.
The Hill: Culberson posts full health bill online
September 24, 2009
By Jordan Fabian – 09/24/09 09:21 AM ET
Rep. John Culberson (R-Texas) on Thursday answered the call of those who have requested that Congress read the entire healthcare reform bill prior…
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Culberson Puts Health Care Bill Online for Public Comment
September 24, 2009
The President promised to publish legislation online for public review and comment before signing but has not lived up to his promise. Read More ››
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The Washington Times: Lawmakers push for bill review period
September 23, 2009
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers on Wednesday announced an effort that would force Democratic leaders to give members of Congress — and the public — 72 hours to review…
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Culberson Calls for an Investigation into ACORN
September 18, 2009
Yesterday Conservatives, joined by a majority of Democrats, worked in a bipartisan fashion to ensure that not another dime of your hard earned tax dollars is spent on the corrupt community organization ACORN. Read More ››
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Constitution Day
September 17, 2009
Today marks the 222nd anniversary of the signing our nation’s Constitution. Great advances have been made over these 222 years, but many setbacks have also occurred. Sadly, the America our founding fathers envisioned is not the country we live in today.
Americans Pay Thousands For Another Apology
September 15, 2009
Today, the liberal House leadership plans to waste thousands of taxpayer dollars by censuring Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC). This censure resolution is a perfect example of why Congress has such low approval ratings.
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Statement on the Anniversary of September 11, 2001
September 11, 2009
Eight years ago today, 19 men armed with nothing more than box cutters and airplane tickets ended nearly 3000 American lives. They turned 16 acres of New York City into ash, penetrated the headquarters of our military, and left a burning crater in Pennsylvania – the birthplace of our republic.
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Health Care Needs A Tune Up, Not A Trade In
September 09, 2009
Tonight President Obama demonstrated that he has not listened to the millions of Americans who have stood up and said “no” to government run health care. Read More ››
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Interview with FOX Business
September 08, 2009
This afternoon I conducted an interview with Fox Business and discussed how we need to tune up our health care, not trade it in. Watch the video ››
Jersey Village Town Hall
August 19, 2009
Video from Congressman Culberson’s Jersey Village Town Hall
Watch the video ››
Comments on Town Halls
August 12, 2009
Thank you to everyone who attended my town hall on Thursday, August 6, 2009.
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Congressman Culberson Discusses Health Care
July 28, 2009
To view Congressman Culberson’s remarks, please continue reading below.
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Video: Stop the Censorship
July 23, 2009
Today Congressman Culberson and Members of the House leadership spoke out against the censorship taking place in the U.S. House of Representatives…
Live Teletown Hall Tonight at 7 PM (CDT)
July 22, 2009
Please join me tonight at 7 P.M. (CDT) for a live Teletown Hall to discuss our Nation’s current fiscal crisis and other pressing issues.
Jobs for Bureaucrats
July 21, 2009
I am deeply saddened by the death of police officer Henry Canales’ tragic and untimely death.
Votes from the Week of July 20, 2009
July 20, 2009
Contact: Staff Assistant Katie Brindell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/20/09
H.Res. 607 – Celebrating the Fortieth Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing. This bill celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing,…
Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the first Moon Landing
July 20, 2009
Forty years ago today, millions of Americans watched as the Lunar Module “Eagle” landed on the surface of the moon with Neil Armstrong taking the first steps and remarking, “That’s one small step for (a) man, one giant leap for mankind.”
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Statement by Congressional Budget Office Director
July 16, 2009
Today I had the opportunity to testify before the Senate Budget Committee about CBO’s most recent analysis of the long-term budget outlook. Read the full post ››
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Congressman Culberson Discusses Health Care On FOX Business
July 15, 2009
Contact: Communications Director Megan Mitchell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/15/09
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Congressman Culberson Discuss the Record Setting $1 Trillion Deficit
July 14, 2009
Contact: Communications Director Megan Mitchell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/14/09
Please click on the screen below to view Congressman Culberson’s floor speech.
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More, More, More
July 14, 2009
Contact: Communications Director Megan Mitchell
Phone: 202-225-2571
Date: 07/14/09
Today the U.S. Treasury announced that the federal deficit has topped $1 trillion for the first time ever. The share of the deficit for…
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