Michael T. McCaul
U.S. Representative · TX-10 · Republican · Chair, Homeland Security
Statements and posts
141 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 141 statements
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McCaul Meets with Grimes County Judge to Discuss Terafab Development and Economic Growth
Met with county judge to discuss SpaceX Terafab semiconductor facility and economic growth.
“Terafab presents an extraordinary opportunity for Grimes County, the state of Texas, and our entire nation”
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Urged Trump administration to fully implement Russia and Iran sanctions legislation.
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McCaul Speaks After House Passes Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
Praised House passage of legislation sanctioning Russia and Iran over Ukraine war support.
“— a rare opportunity to help end the war in Europe and secure peace through strength. He said this bill would be his greatest legislative achievement in his entire career. And I wish he was here with us today, but I am proud to announce that the bill passed by a vote of 262 to 159.”
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Supporting Early-childhood Educators' Deductions Act
Mr. Speaker, I have a motion to concur in the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334 at the desk. Mr. Speaker, this is a critical time in history, a time my friend Lindsey Graham described as a magic moment, a moment that we cannot afford to waste. America's adversaries--Russia, China, and North Korea--are…
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McCaul on House Floor: "A Vote Against This Bill Is a Vote for Putin and His Unholy Alliance."
Spoke in support of bill imposing sanctions on Russia and Iran.
“I still believe that. Mr. Meeks and I did pass the emergency wartime supplemental bill that gave Ukraine a lifeline to prevent occupation from Russia so they could advance in their drone technology. But I’m a bit disheartened by some of my colleagues’ remarks here today because they don’t reflect that principle.”
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McCaul on House Floor: "Evil Is on the March. History Is Calling. Now Is the Time to Act."
Delivered opening remarks supporting bill to sanction Russia and Iran.
“America is strongest at home when it projects strength abroad.”
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Chairman Emeritus McCaul Discusses Evolutions in Counterterrorism 25 Years After 9/11 at CHS Hearing
Spoke at hearing on counterterrorism evolution and aviation security threats.
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McCaul Speaks in Support of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act at Rules Committee
Spoke in support of Russia and Iran sanctions legislation at Rules Committee hearing.
“America is strongest at home when it projects strength abroad.”
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McCaul Introduces Legislation to Accelerate Breakthroughs in Pediatric Cancer by Leveraging AI
Introduced bill to accelerate pediatric cancer research using artificial intelligence.
“Since I founded the Childhood Cancer Caucus 17 years ago, advancements in technology have radically expanded the frontiers of healthcare. We owe it to our nation's children to leverage cutting-edge AI to improve their care and treatment options.”
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McCaul Returns from Bold Visit to Taiwan
Visited Taiwan for third time and received Order of Brilliant Star award from President Lai.
“At a time when the stakes couldn't be higher, I was proud to visit Taiwan for the third time to reaffirm the United States' unwavering support. The increasing belligerence of the Chinese Communist Party poses a direct threat — not only to Taiwan, but to the entire global balance of power.”
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McCaul, Hoyer, Colleagues Introduce the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
Introduced bipartisan bill to sanction major purchasers of Russian and Iranian energy.
“Senator Graham was a national security giant, a statesman of unmatched conviction, and a personal friend and mentor. We shared a fundamental worldview: America is strongest at home when it projects strength abroad.”
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McCaul Applauds House Passage of FY27 NDAA, Inclusion of Provisions He Championed
Praised FY27 NDAA passage and championed provisions expanding veterans' neuroplastogen treatment access.
“Providing for our national defense is a fundamental duty of Congress — one that has never been more vital as America’s adversaries seek to undermine global stability.”
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McCaul Discusses Iran Conflict at Hearing with Ambassador Waltz
Discussed unleashing full U.S. military power in Iran at House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing.
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McCaul Urges Colleagues To Support NDAA Amendment Increasing Veterans' Access to Ibogaine
Urged support for NDAA amendment expanding veterans' access to ibogaine neuroplastogen treatments.
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ICYMI: Chairman Emeritus McCaul on Fox News Sunday
Discussed Russian sanctions bill, Ukraine operations, and SAVE America Act on Fox News.
“...Nothing would honor Lindsey's legacy greater than the Congress passing this sanctions bill. Because he knew to be strong at home, you have to project strength abroad. He knew that Russia and China and Iran are all tied in this together.”
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McCaul Returns from Momentous Visit to Ukraine
Visited Ukraine, met troops and officials, praised Ukrainian resilience and drone innovation.
“Critics said this war would be over in four days, but four years later, reports from the battlefield reveal Ukraine is turning the tide.”
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Wrote op-ed honoring Senator Graham and calling Congress to pass Russia sanctions bill.
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ICYMI: Chairman Emeritus McCaul on ABC's "This Week"
Announced plans to introduce bipartisan sanctions bill in honor of Senator Lindsey Graham's legacy.
“in the wake of Sen. Lindsey Graham's passing to honor his legacy and enduring friendship.”
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McCaul Introduces Legislation to Accelerate Breakthroughs in Pediatric Cancer by Leveraging AI
Introduced bill to accelerate pediatric cancer research and treatment using artificial intelligence.
“Since I founded the Childhood Cancer Caucus 17 years ago, advancements in technology have radically expanded the frontiers of healthcare”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to increase U.S.-Ukraine security cooperation on unmanned systems.
“I’m proud to support this legislation to bolster defense cooperation between our nations and ensure the United States is prepared to build, deploy, and counter the drone technology that will define the future of warfare.”
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Introduced bill codifying Trump executive order expanding access to neuroplastogen treatments for veterans.
“Our veterans and special operators have willingly put themselves in unimaginable danger to defend our freedoms”
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McCaul Speaks in Support of Bill to Combat Illicit Fentanyl Trafficking
Spoke in support of bipartisan bill to combat illicit fentanyl trafficking; bill passed committee unanimously.
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Task Force Chairman McCaul Celebrates Start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Celebrated start of 2026 FIFA World Cup and security preparations for the tournament.
“Today is a proud day for our nation, as the FIFA World Cup kicks off and the United States prepares to host the tournament for the first time in 30 years”
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Introduced amendment recognizing Dalai Lama succession as private spiritual matter outside Chinese control.
“— which stamps out minority languages, minority faiths, and minority cultures, all in the name of”
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ICYMI: Chairman Emeritus McCaul on ABC's "This Week"
Rep. McCaul discussed Ukraine support, Russia sanctions, and national security issues on ABC News.
“I voted for the Ukraine bill on the House floor this week to provide additional assistance [to Ukraine and put] tougher sanctions on Russia. Any time I can help Ukraine and punish Putin, I'm in on that fight. And the fact is that the Ukrainians are winning this fight. They’re taking back territory. ...”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.
