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KFYO: Congressman Jodey Arrington talks midterms and border security

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Monday on KFYO Mornings with Dave King and Matt Martin, Congressman Jodey Arrington joined Dave and Matt to talk about the midterms, border security and the caravan coming towards the US-Mexico border, the Mueller probe, the Fallen West Texas Warrior Project, and more. Arrington was asked how he thinks the republicans will do in the midterms, to which he responded that he thinks…

KCBD: Congressman Arrington helps honor Shallowater High School Assistant Principal

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SHALLOWATER, TX (KCBD) - A Shallowater man who carries two titles was recognized Wednesday. Some know Kris Hulse as the Assistant Principal at Shallowater High School. Others know him as Lieutenant Colonel Hulse. During the assembly, Hulse said, "There are times when I’m not here at the school and a lot of those times I’m off, as I like to call it, playing “Army.”…

Arrington Visits Coronado High School to Honor Fallen Soldiers

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Today Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after visiting Coronado High School to honor fallen soldiers and Coronado graduates Petty Officer Third Class Mark Russell Cannon and Specialist Geoffrey Golden Johnson as part of the West Texas Warrior initiative. This was Congressman Arrington’s third visit in a series of public ceremonies to honor…

Arrington Visits Big Spring High School to Honor Fallen Soldier

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Today Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after visiting Big Spring High School to honor fallen solider and Big Spring graduate Specialist Robert James “RJ” Volker as part of the West Texas Warrior initiative. This was Congressman Arrington’s second visit in a series of public ceremonies to honor post-9/11 fallen heroes from District…

Big Spring Herald: Arrington to honor fallen Big Spring soldier

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A fallen hero will be honored at Big Spring High School Thursday. 2003 BSHS graduate Specialist Robert James "R.J." Volker will be honored with a Capitol flag presentation Thursday at 8:30 a.m. at the High School, 707 E. 11th Place. Specialist Volker was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas. During a tour of duty in…

Breckenridge American: U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington meets with officials in Breckenridge, gives update on several key issues

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U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington met with city and county officials Tuesday in Breckenridge and gave updates related to the national level, as well as issues rural areas such as Stephens County and Breckenridge are facing. Over the course of the talk, Arrington hit on a variety of issues, including the economy and welfare state, healthcare, taxes,  defense, President Donald Trump and the…

Abilene Reporter-News: Arrington outlines successes, challenges at Abilene chamber legislative forum

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U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington addressed military strength, tax reform, the farm bill and reflections on the 9/11 terrorist attacks at a Chamber of Commerce legislative luncheon Tuesday. Acknowledging the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Arrington said it is important for the “collective consciousness of America” to remember the day's mixture of…

Arrington Reflects on 9/11 Experience

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 – Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) reflected on his experience and the lessons learned during the September 11th terrorist attacks. At the time, he was serving as a Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush. “We must never forget 9/11 - the victims, the heroes, and the lessons learned. “My heart goes out to those who need no reminder of the tragedy of…

Arrington Pens Letter to Air Force Secretary on Dyess Behalf

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Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) led a letter to the Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson in support of the Air Force selecting Dyess Air Force Base as the principal training bae for the new B-21 Raider. In the letter, which was cosigned by seventeen other members of the Texas delegation, Arrington recognized Dyess’ unique advantages and its superb record as a bomber…

Arrington Pens Letter to Air Force Secretary on Dyess Behalf

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Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) led a letter to the Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson in support of the Air Force selecting Dyess Air Force Base as the principal training base for the new B-21 Raider. In the letter, which was cosigned by seventeen other members of the Texas delegation, Arrington recognized Dyess’ unique advantages and its superb record as a bomber…