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Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) announced she has been appointed to the powerful House Armed Services Committee following a vote by the full Democratic Caucus.
Washington, D.C. - Hoy, la congresista Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) emitió las siguientes expresiones en respuesta a un jurado que declaró a Andre Jackson culpable del asesinato de Josué Flores, de 11 años.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) issued the following statement in response to a jury finding Andre Jackson guilty of murdering 11-year-old Josue Flores.
"Nearly six years later, Andre Jackson will face justice for the senseless murder of an innocent 11-year-old child, Josue Flores. In May 2016, Josue was a precious student walking home from school when his life was cut short by an evil act of violence in my hometown neighborhood. I vividly remember this sad day – it hit much too close to home."
Margarita Torres held her chin high and gaze solemn through a three-hour ceremony to honor her son, but when the rifles saluted and "Silver Taps" notes played Saturday, her face began to soft.
The 87-year-old's eyes couldn't hold back tears anymore as she watched the unveiling of a tall marker in memory of her son, José "Joe" Campos Torres, just days shy of the 45th anniversary of his brutal death at the hands of Houston Police officers.
Mayor Turner, other Houston-area leaders, and activists are holding a public ceremony at Buffalo Bayou to unveil a historic plaza honoring the memory of Joe Campos Torres, a Vietnam-war veteran who was beaten to death by HPD officers.
A live audience interviews Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia of Texas, a former judge, who served as a "manager" during President Trump's first impeachment—which happened after he withheld defensive weapons from Ukraine, in order to pressure President Zelensky into helping him stay in power in the United States.
Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX) reintroduces the PCAOB whistleblower protection bill[Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia] "The PCAOB Whistleblower Bill of 2022 strengthens the transparency of our Nation's public markets by protecting whistleblowers who have reliable information for law enforcement," said Congresswoman Garcia.
"Esta mañana he dado positivo en la prueba de COVID-19. Afortunadamente, estoy totalmente vacunada y reforzada, por lo que mis síntomas son leves. Seguiré las instrucciones de la CDC y espero una recuperación completa.
Estaré en cuarentena y me centraré en recuperar la salud. Trabajaré virtualmente, y mi oficina permanecerá abierta y dispuesta a atenderles."
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"This morning I tested positive for COVID-19. Fortunately, I'm fully vaccinated and boosted – so my symptoms are mild. I'll follow CDC guidelines and I expect a full recovery.
I'll be quarantining and focusing on getting healthy. I will work virtually, and my office will remain open and ready to serve you!"
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Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in November 2018, becoming the first Latina ever to represent the Texas 29th Congressional District. She serves on both the House Judiciary and Financial Services Committees.
Following pressure from civil liberties groups and members of President Biden's own party, the CDC will reportedly soon do away with Title 42, the Covid-era restriction that allows instant expulsions of migrants at the Southern border.