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Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Announces House Judiciary Subcommittee Assignments for the 116th Congress

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“I’m honored to join the House Judiciary Committee, and proud to serve on these subcommittees,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “These subcommittee assignments will allow me to defend our nation’s fundamental values and work on critical priorities for El Pasoans, the greater border region, and the American people.”

Congresswoman Veronica Escobar to Host First Town Hall Meeting

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For the first time, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) will host a town hall meeting on Saturday, January 26 at 9 a.m. at the El Paso Community Foundation Room. Congresswoman Escobar will provide residents and federal workers with the latest on the Trump Shutdown and provide updates about committee assignments and important legislation. She will answer questions and hear…

Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Votes for Package to Re-open Government, with $1.6 Billion for Smart, Effective Border Security Investments

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“We are 33 days into a senseless shutdown that is endangering our security and threatening our economy, because President Trump and the Republican Senate insist on holding the American people hostage to a wasteful and ineffective border wall,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “I’m working every day to end this shutdown and deliver effective investments for the community of El Paso. Now, the Senate must do their part and send this legislative package to the President’s desk.”

Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Appointed to House Judiciary Committee for the 116th Congress

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“I couldn’t be more honored to have been named to serve on the House Judiciary Committee by Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee,” said Congresswoman Escobar. “I stand ready to work under the leadership of Chairman Jerrold Nadler to defend our constitution and be a voice for El Paso, the border region, and the American people.”

Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Statement on the Imminent Closing of Tornillo

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“Tornillo is the embodiment of a dark chapter in America’s history. While the people of El Paso are relieved by the news, we know that this does not reverse the emotional and psychological harm the Trump administration has inflicted on these children, and that this does not put an end to the hateful anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies coming out of the White House."

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