Defending America

  U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington: What the 'Schumer shutdown' is really about By U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington October 7, 2025 AS SEEN IN THE LUBBOCK… Read more »

Abilene, TX – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) joined Airmen, local leaders, and Gold Star families of TORQE 62 at Dyess Air Force Base to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the tragic crash in Afghanistan that claimed the lives of six Airmen and five contractors.   During the ceremony, Arrington announced the introduction of a… Read more »

  Congress must right a past constitutional wrong By Rep. Jodey Arrington (R-Texas), W. Bruce Lee and David M. Walker September 25, 2025 AS SEEN… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) joined his colleagues in introducing a resolution honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. “Charlie Kirk was beloved for his willingness to engage in conversations with people who disagreed with him - he was a reformer in life and has sparked a revival in death. “When asked what he wanted to… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) celebrated House passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which provides $892.6 billion to strengthen America’s military, improve quality of life for service members, and eliminate billions in wasteful spending. Additionally, the NDAA secures $90.8 million for B-21 related construction… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) celebrated House passage of the National Defense Appropriations Act (NDAA) which included his amendment to extend protections for the B-1 Lancer fleet through September 2030, while Dyess prepares for the arrival of the next-generation B-21 Raider. “The B-1 Lancer has been the workhorse of… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement following House passage of H.R.3486, the Stop Illegal Entry Act, which increases penalties – fines, up to five years in prison, or both – for individuals who illegally reenter the United States after removal:  “For four years, President Biden abdicated… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement further reflecting on the loss of Charlie Kirk: “Not since the Lincoln-Douglas debates has anyone had a more positive influence on restoring the core democratic principle of exchanging ideas in an impassioned but civil debate than Charlie Kirk,” said Chairman… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement mourning the tragic death of Charlie Kirk: “What happened to Charlie Kirk is horribly sad and deeply disturbing,” said Chairman Arrington. “He wasn’t just a fearless advocate for faith, family, and freedom, but, most importantly, a devoted husband, father, and son. Please… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court’s decision in Perdomo v. Noem, which allows the Department of Homeland Security to continue removing dangerous criminal aliens from our communities: “Today's Supreme Court decision is a critical victory for law and order and the safety of… Read more »