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Congresswoman Escobar Announces Summer Opportunities for Youth

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) announced opportunities for high school and college students for the upcoming summer. They include internships in her DC and El Paso offices, as well as her Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC). “I’m thrilled to offer these opportunities to young El Pasoans,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “Internships and my CYAC programs are ways for…

Congresswoman Escobar Joins Rep. Doggett, Fellow Democrats to Introduce Medicare Dental Vision and Hearing Benefit Act of 2025

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This week, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) joined U.S. Representative and fellow Texan Lloyd Doggett (TX-37) as well as 116 other House Democrats to introduce the Medicare Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit to expand the care Medicare provides.  “Expanding healthcare for our community has always been a priority for me,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “We live in the…

Congresswoman Escobar Votes Against Republican Funding Plan

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement after she voted against the Republican funding plan: “I voted against the Republican funding bill because not only does it slash programs important to seniors, families and veterans (it in fact guts our ability to adequately fund the PACT Act), but it effectively cedes Congressional authority and gives Elon…

Congresswoman Escobar, Top Democrats Warn DOGE Employees of Potential Criminal Exposure from Ethical Misconduct

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) joined U.S. Representatives Don Beyer (VA-8), Jamie Raskin (MD-8), Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10), Joaquin Castro (TX-20), and Dan Goldman (NY-10) to warn of potential criminal exposure for volunteers and employees of the so-called “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE), following reports of various conflicts of interest…

Congresswoman Escobar Honors Han Sisters on House Floor

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) spoke on the House floor to honor Jennifer and Stephanie Han. Below is a transcript of her remarks: “Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jennifer and Stephanie Han, two remarkably accomplished sisters from El Paso, whose dedication and success in women’s boxing has inspired all of us.  “Jennifer Han, former IBF World Featherweight…

Congresswoman Escobar, House Democrats Introduce the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Ahead of the 60th Anniversary of Selma Civil Rights March

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and House Democrats introduced H.R. 14, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act ahead of the 60thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and the historic Civil Rights March from Selma to Montgomery. This bill would restore and modernize the protections of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) and prevent states with a history of voter…

Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Latest Trump Tariffs

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement after the implementation of 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, and an additional 10% tariff on imports from China: “President Trump promised Americans he would lower costs on ‘Day One.’ He made Americans believe electing him would begin a ‘golden age.’ Instead, his latest tariffs are the equivalent…

Congresswoman Escobar Walks Out on Joint Address

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement after leaving Donald Trump’s Joint Address to Congress: “I just walked out of Trump’s Joint Address. I couldn’t listen to the incessant lies. “Donald Trump’s actions have demonstrated nothing but contempt for our Constitution, our country and its people. He’s corrupting our government, selling it to…

Congresswoman Escobar Announces 2025 Joint Address Guest

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) announced that Cesar Cordero will be joining her as her guest for this week’s Joint Address to Congress by President Trump. Mr. Cordero is a proud US Army veteran and dedicated El Pasoan with a passion for public service. With 15 years of experience as a Federal Air Traffic Controller, he has built a distinguished career in aviation…

Congresswoman Escobar Sends Letter Expressing Concern for Closure of Desert Sage Medical Home

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Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) sent a letter to Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Dr. Stephen Ferrara, and Director of theDefense Health Agency, Lieutenant General Telita Crosland, about the impending closure of the Desert Sage Medical Home. “El Paso is the proud home to Fort Bliss and the stellar service members and military families which are the…

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