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@EddieMoralesJr

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Father of Kassie, Alex, & Eddie III; Life Partner to Hellen; Attorney; Small Business Owner; Tx State Rep House District 74 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

Eagle Pass
Joined June 2013
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
We had a bank robbery Friday mrng & separate arrest in downtown Eagle Pass in evening. Alleged DT perp is CARAVAN guy with an extensive criminal record, considered armed & dangerous, and arrested for murder in the past. โ€œThey donโ€™t send their bestโ€! ๐Ÿคท๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ #txlege #caravan
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3 years
This is a photo of downtown Eagle Pass in the foreground & the lights in Piedras Negras, Mexico in the background! Mx. has electric power in a metro area of 500,000 people while Texans immediately across the border & throughout the state freeze! Epic fail by state officials.
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
Every Tx State Senator that sided with Paxton and failed to vote to impeach him has now been effectively thrown under the bus! ๐ŸšŒ ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ Sad to say, but we told you, Paxton is only in it for himself! #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
@tplohetski @cassandrajar Thanks for the post. As City Attorney for local gov entities in south Texas, Iโ€™m familiar with the Open Records Act. Iโ€™ll have my Capitol staff look into this and work with Lege Counsel to find ways to address the loophole or end it thru the filing of a bill. #txlege
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1 year
I will be submitting journal statement to amend charge document to include abuse of power, intimidation of house members, and Senate jury tampering in light of @charliegeren statements that AG Paxton called and threatened house and senate members. #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
When Extreme Right Wingers send their people to Eagle Pass, โ€œtheyโ€™re not sending their best. Theyโ€™re not sending you. Theyโ€™re sending people that have lots of problems, and theyโ€™re bringing those problems to us. Theyโ€™re bringing drugs. Theyโ€™re bringing crime.โ€ ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ #txlege #border
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Clarifying- โ€œguyโ€ tied to Extreme Far Right Caravan that arrived to Eagle Pass.
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1 year
This is egregious and a misuse of public tax funds when a state employee, receiving a state salary decides to defend and advocate for AG Paxton on a private matter and sounding like his private counsel. Needs to be investigated. #txlege
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It's been asked if Chris Hilton, Chief of General Litigation Division for the Office of Attorney General @KenPaxtonTX , was ordered by Paxton to try to testify or if he came on his own accord. Here's what Hilton told reporters - or didn't. Second video in thread. #txlege @KVUE
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4 months
Local Eagle Pass LEO agencies have mobilized personnel to police high traffic areas to protect community from far right caravan extremists denied access to Quemado ranch. These lone wolves are moving around town and raising ๐Ÿšฉ & concerns! Gov. Abbottโ€™s rhetoric created this. ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ
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1 year
@ShawnieT146 We should recognize @ShawnieT146 profile in courage and braveness. She carefully laid out her analysis & reasoning. Republicans have the votes to pass this bill without her vote. Yet she voted her conscious knowing she was opening herself up to attacks from within her own base ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ
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7 months
Every public education teacher, staff, employee, and their Family should take note that we had BILLIONS in surplus and yet the Governorโ€™s office decided YOU ARE NOT A PRIORITY!! Holding salaries and public funding hostage. #txlege #NoToVouchers #voucherscam
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4 months
Most in our community would prefer the focus on Eagle Pass by Gov. Abbott & the 14 other Govs be on funding roads; infrastructure; business investments; facilitate commerce & trade; farm and ranch grants; additional funding for our 4-year University; 1/2
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
1st Special Session 88th Sine Die Mofos! #txlege โœŒ๐Ÿฝ
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11 months
Our BARBIEcoa post has gone viral and lots of requests! Fresh pink tortillas just came out & available NOW at the store: 340 Pierce St., Eagle Pass #Barbie #PiedrasNegrasTortillaFactory #Barbiecoa #EaglePass
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4 months
Eagle Pass & Maverick County residents letโ€™s stick together & take care of our own this wknd ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ with the caravan of self-professed โ€œpatriotsโ€ in town. Letโ€™s show the world how unique and caring our border town is! #txlege #HD74
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1 year
@TXAG How is this official state page advocating for Paxton when he is now suspended pending final outcome of Senate trial? ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ Further misuse of state resources in addition to egregious violations of certain AG staff attorneys advocating as Paxtonโ€™s own counsel earlier in week. #txlege
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3 years
Enjoyed visiting with Abogato Rod Ponton a/k/a โ€œI am not a catโ€ in Presidio, Tx! We just needed @JudgeFergusonTX in the pic! ๐Ÿˆ โš–๏ธ #hd74 #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
If only the Tx Senate & House could coordinate on prop tax relief like we do with our Sine Die outfit. ๐Ÿ˜‚๐ŸŒ๐Ÿคžโ˜€๏ธ #txlege #88thlegislativesession
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4 months
Firefly Migrant processing Center & Border Hope NGO in Eagle Pass shut down for the wknd amid safety concerns & threats from caravan โ€œpatriotsโ€. This happens when grifters value political theater more than voting on the border bill. Safety of LEOs & residents primary concern. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
As the top Attorney in the state with a duty to uphold the law, AG Paxton should know better! Seems like he and a few other staffers in the AG office think they are above the law! It is now up to the Senate! #txlege
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1 year
Rep @EddieMoralesJr formally asks that the charges against AG @KenPaxtonTX be updated to include intimidation of legislators and "jury tampering" when it comes to his communications with members of the Texas Senate #txlege
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4 months
Wish Gov. Abbott and the 14 other Governors stopped wasting state taxpayer dollars ๐Ÿ’ธ by demanding Congress vote on the border bill NOW rather than trek down here and use our community for a campaign photo-op! #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
Thanks to all the Constituents of HD74 for entrusting us to be your Voice in the Texas Capitol. We beat back a $1 Mill negative campaign ad! While they may have the money, last night they found out we have the PEOPLE!๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ #MoralesForTexas #backtolege @PatrickSvitek @scottbraddock
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4 months
@BorgstromJames It is so dire, I wonder ๐Ÿค” why then far right Republicans in Congress wonโ€™t bring border bill to a vote. ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ
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1 year
Another inquiry to my statement to the journal will be to amend the charge document to include a request for reimbursement/restitution of state taxpayer funds that were incurred or expended in furtherance of Paxtonโ€™s violations! #txlege
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3 years
Itโ€™s 11:45 pm and still fighting the good fight against HB 6 - the voter suppression bill! 45 more bills to go tonight! ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ #txlege @VoteAnnJohnson @ArtFierro79 @COrdazPerez
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1 year
@TonyGonzales4TX As a Democrat state official, I support @RepTonyGonzales for voting his district and taking ALL views into account. We need more of this type of bold action from elected officials. The Tx Rep. Party is being led by extreme views and forgotten that compromise is essential. #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
My chips are so good, Rep. Bailes tried to sweetheart me into getting a few more bags. Members take note, this is how you get more chips๐Ÿ˜‰ #txlege #hd74
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3 years
@Roberto69074377 @CedGolden I was sworn in on Jan 12, 2021! Iโ€™m talking about the failed leadership at ERCOT and statewide officials who have run our state for the last 20 years that have prioritized profits over the life and safety of Texans.
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
7 months
Today, I officially filed for re-election. It has been the honor and privilege of my life to serve HD74. I look forward to continue bringing results to our border and West Tx. Working with Independents, Republicans, and Democrats to be A Voice For All! #txlege #MoralesForTexas
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3 years
What started off early this year as Reps getting together to taste salsas with our tortilla chips became a formal event. Special thanks to @DadePhelan and his staff for hosting the event! Congrats to @RepMorales145 on winning 1st Pace ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿฅ‡! #txlege
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3 years
Senator @JudithZaffirini โ€™s homemade pimiento cheese may be the biggest reason I came back to ATX for the special session! ๐Ÿค—โ˜บ๏ธ๐Ÿ˜‚ #txlege #txborder
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3 years
Closing in on 9 hours of a Sunday session @ the Capitol and my seat feels like this... ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿคช #txlege #hd74
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4 months
Another grifter with far right caravan and claims of threats of school shooting and violence making it harder for LEOs in Eagle Pass to do their work.
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4 months
faright extremist in this clip Bryan Betancur he flew down here by the way @FBI hope you are taking notes. Explain how is this allowed ? #convoy #borderconvoy #boarderconvoy #freedomcorner
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3 years
How cool is this postcard? Proud to serve TX HD74 the home of @JeffBezos #blueorigin Space Program in #VanHorn #CulbersonCounty ! ๐Ÿš€ ๐Ÿ’ซ ๐Ÿ’ฅ #txlege
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3 years
Winner, winner chicken ๐Ÿ” dinner. ๐Ÿ’ฅ I won the #txlege house floor pool bet by choosing the closest bill the house considered before tonightโ€™s midnight deadline. ๐Ÿ’ฐ๐Ÿ’ฐ๐Ÿ’ฐ๐Ÿ’ฐ๐Ÿ’ฐThanks to Rep. Kuempel for setting it up! #HD74
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4 months
NO DRONE ZONE in Eagle Pass this wknd. Caravan of so called โ€œpatriotsโ€ creating more work for DPS and LEOโ€™s. ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ Congress do your job and vote on Border Bill! #txlege
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4 months
@KELLYCRIPE Far right caravan has been here all week. TikTok video called for arrival to EP Jan 20-28! 2 X more likely to be assaulted by citizen vs migrant. 4 X more likely for citizen to be arrested for prop crime. Congress needs to vote on border bill to fix broken immigration system now.
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1 year
Thankful for @Christian4Texas passionate speech against the gender affirming care bill & for introducing me to a family supporting their transgender teenager. My conversation with them helped solidify my decision to vote against the bill based on parental choice. #txlege #SB14
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1 year
I am seeking re-election to secure our border, provide access to healthcare in rural west Tx & protect public education. As a moderate Dem, I am committed to finding common ground on the issues important to all Texans. Consider donating $74 here ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ โ€ฆ
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
In this wkndโ€™s town hall meetings in West Tx, weโ€™ve discussed several of the gun control measures with those in attendance (D & R & Ind). A big majority would support universal background checks, & waiting periods. Most importantly Texans expect their Gov & Lege to take action.
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
@madelee4444 @charliegeren And here I thought conservatives stood for rule of law; anti-corruption; strong on crime; pro law enforcement; and with moral and intestinal fortitude. When did that litmus test end!? Sad! #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
10 months
Eagle Pass City council meeting accepting citizen communications to rescind DPS Trespass Affidavit that allows Troopers to charge migrants with criminal acts. Governor has taken private land also without due process to Owner in violation of Operation Lone Star bill. #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
Texas House District 74, sunsets! Where ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ and ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ join! #txlege #HD74
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
In the #Txlege 88th Session I will be serving in the following committees. Honored by the responsibility @DadePhelan has given me. We vow to continue to work across the aisle for the betterment of HD74 and being A Voice For All!
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Happy birthday to my law school colleague, Tx State Rep mentor, and good friend, @vote4ina ! ๐ŸŽ‚ #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
@Richard60482584 @RpsAgainstTrump Then why did Republicans demand that the border language be added to Ukraine bill? ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
@elonmusk Sure would be great then for REPUBLICANS in Congress to actually VOTE on the border bill rather than hold it up and capitulate to their strongman dictator! Why are you not calling them out, @elonmusk ??? ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿค”
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
How cool that we have Speaker @DadePhelan โ€™s Twitter page in ESPAร‘OL! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Anyone really believe that a fossil fuel state like TX would jeopardize the stateโ€™s grid by relying on renewable energy to meet demand? Itโ€™s due to a lack of infrastructure & those statewide officials running the state the last 20 yrs need to answer for this epic failure #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
As a leader, having an open mind & a willingness to listen to other views on a subject that is important to all Texans is key when developing legislation. I appreciate @BetoORourke taking the time to receive my input on the border as well as listening to Border Patrols agents.
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Patrick Svitek
2 years
If you're listening to local officials, what about South TX Dems who oppose ending Title 42? "I'm reaching out to them," O'Rourke said. Planning to talk to Morales later today. "We may not agree on every [policy], but we both agree we want to see order, rule of law," and reform
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Proud to support World Down Syndrome Awareness Day while eating our tortilla chips after a long day at the Capitol. Special thanks to #ATTPolicyTx for the cool socks and their efforts at recognizing this special day! #txlege #LotsOfSocks #RockYourSocks #DownSyndromeDay
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
Sine Die at the Capitol! Someone dressed ๐ŸŒ me today! ๐Ÿ˜‡ #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
expand health & mental care services; Veteran programs; LEO grants; vocational & trade school funding rather than use our backyard for a photo-op. Past time for our top state elected leaders to get to work on the real issues that affect communities on the border like HD74. 2/2
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
Here is HD74โ€™s Christmas tree ornament @ the Capitol. The artist was HD74โ€™s First Lady!๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ…๐ŸฝShe captured Blue Originโ€™s rocket ๐Ÿš€ launch site outside Van Horn and the McDonald Observatory telescopes in Jeff Davis County. #vanhorn #CulbersonCounty #HD74 #txlege #JeffDavisCounty
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Freshman Rep Problems! ๐Ÿ˜‚ #txlege
@alexazura
Alexa Ura
3 years
Me in the Capitol extension trying to remember which committee room is which at the start of every session #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
I support @RepTonyGonzales for voting his district & taking ALL constituents into account. Too many in the current Rep. Party are quick to censure and forget the political system is set up for us to negotiate & take into account ALL constituents in our state or fed districts.
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
$124 MILLION FOR ABBOTTโ€™s MIGRANT BUSING PROGRAM. THINK OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC EDUC, ECONOMIC GRANTS, VETERAN & HEALTH SERVICES, & TEACHER SALARY INCREASES WE COULD PROVIDE TO TEXANS WITH THAT $$$$! #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Enjoyed meeting up with Senator @DrewSpringer & Trooper Glass in Eagle Pass on their way to Del Rรญo for a border tour. We all know Springer just wanted an excuse to visit Eagle Pass for the tortilla chips. ๐Ÿ˜‰๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿ˜‚ #HD74 #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
@natalieontv @KenPaxtonTX A state employee while on state time advocating and appearing to serve as Paxtonโ€™s own attorney. Seems like more misuse of state funds which should be looked into. ๐Ÿค”
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
@scottbraddock Kickapoo Tribe and itโ€™s Casino in Eagle Pass live to fight another day! It is important that the stakeholders recognize that the Texas Native American tribes should have a seat at the table in future negotiations. #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
3:35 am in Homeland Security & Public Safety and still going strong with committee testimony. All members still present! ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ #txlege #latenights @JaredLPatterson @SamHarless126 @RhettaForHD113 @reptinderholt @James_E_White @ColeHefnerTX @RepMattSchaefer @VikkiGoodwinTX
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
I appreciate @GovAbbott also demanding Congress take IMMEDIATE action to pass the border security bill just as Iโ€™ve been advocating since our 1st state rep race! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ Dems and Reps CAN work together and reach a consensus on issues important to the TX. #txlege
@BetoMedia
BetoMedia
4 months
WOW! Did not see this coming! Texas Governor Greg Abbott STRONGLY supports President Biden in trying to get the Congressional Immigration Plan passed. (Does Donald Trump know that Abbott double crossed him like this?)
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
Submitted #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
How much better would our state gov be if Reps didnโ€™t capitulate to the loudest MAGA mouths in the room? They are the epitome of the spoiled child demanding a โ€œparticipation trophyโ€ & โ€œsafe spaceโ€ when they donโ€™t get their way. What msg are we sending our children? 1/2 #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
In an effort to protect our electric grid and Laughlin AFB, we co-authored and supported the house bill version of SB 2116. Governor Abbott has signed it into law. The bill aims to prevent foreign adversaries from tying into our electric grid. #hd74 #txlege #valverdecounty
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
I gave to The 134 PAC because I believe in rural Texas.
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
Happy to represent the largest district in Tx! We wonโ€™t be outworked! ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ #txlege
@foxholestrategy
Foxhole ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
1 year
@DanielJFriend HD74 is an extremely challenging district for voter outreach. There is a lot of real estate to cover. Very expensive to reach voters in this district via methods that are less effective than face-to-face, which requires more volume to make up the difference. I would favor 1/
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Session on a Sunday in order to make sure that bills get a chance to be voted on during the last week before we sine die! #txlege #HD74
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
Official statement on impeachment vote of Tx AG Paxton. Also working on letter to request formal investigation into continued misuse of AG staffers advocating as Paxtonโ€™s attorneys while on state time and misuse of state resources like official AG social media page. #txlege
@moralesfortexas
State Rep. Eddie Morales, Jr.
1 year
Along with 120 of my colleagues, I voted yes to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton. Below is my full statement ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฝ #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
We are running into the late evening on the house floor with the redistricting votes and glad to know Donkey-xote is standing guard protecting our tortilla chips and @AnciraSalsa !! #HD74 #txlege @ArtFierro79 @VoteAnnJohnson @COrdazPerez
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
We started at 8 am this morning and itโ€™s now 11:24 pm! Still working hard on the house floor for ALL in House District 74! #HD74 #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Great experience taking part in setting the stateโ€™s budget! 12 hours and counting... #txlege
@ClaudiaOrdazTX
Rep. Claudia Ordaz
3 years
Itโ€™s 10 oโ€™clock! My desk-mate @EddieMoralesJr and I hung in there for 12 straight hours on the House floor and survived our first budget night. #txlege
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
2/2 Todayโ€™s vote of 80% supporting the impeachment articles against AG Paxton is further proof that Texans need to go out and vote to eliminate and counter this vile threat to our democracy. Support candidates willing to work for ALL Texans. #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
@KriswithaK777 Iโ€™ve been asking the same question. Iโ€™ve got 5 jobs! ๐Ÿ˜… These far right caravan guys out here by Shelby Park all week. Talk about privilege!
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
Honored to participate in the Tx Tribune Legislative panel on the Future of Rural Tx. Rural legislators have more in common regardless of party affiliation. Our focus should remain on the issues we can find common ground for the betterment of all Texans. @evanasmith @TexasTribune
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 months
โ€œMorally bankruptโ€ to express concern over Trumpโ€™s Jan 6 insurrection and then lack the testicular fortitude to protect the Country and instead Sen. Lee endorses him! ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ. What has become of the Republican Party?!
@allenanalysis
Brian Allen
4 months
It is confusing that text messages have surfaced between Senator Mike Lee and others, which reveal their concerns about Donald Trump's approach to challenging the 2020 election results. In these messages, Lee expressed that the strategy for January 6th was "dangerous" for the
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Iโ€™m glad you took some home to share! They donโ€™t normally last a whole road trip.๐Ÿ˜‹๐ŸŒฎ When you run out, youโ€™ll have an excuse to visit us in Maverick County! ๐Ÿ˜‰ #HD74 #txlege
@DadePhelan
Dade Phelan
3 years
A #txlege pro-tip - when returning from Austin you better bring the family some Capitol favorites!
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
Chairman Murr: โ€œThis curls my mustacheโ€ฆโ€ ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿฅธ After hearing the mountain of testimony on violations and alleged criminal conduct of AG Paxton. I encourage everyone to watch the video of the testimony. Video link included in comments. #txlege @murrstache
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
6 years
@JohnCornyn For once @JohnCornyn stand up for Women and sexual assault victims. At the very least, request an investigation. ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ You were once the top Prosecutor in Texas. Start acting like one.
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
10 months
The Eagle Pass 14 yr old Babe Ruth Allstars are headed to the Championship Game tomorrow at 2 pm! Proud of them Boys!! โšพ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ #baberuth #WorldSeries #EaglePass #HD74
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
This is brilliant!! ๐Ÿ˜‚ Will definitely increase our tortilla chip sales!! ๐Ÿ˜‹ ๐ŸŒฎ #hd74 #txlege #murrstache
@murrstache
Murrstache
3 years
Your chips taste excellent but would sell better with their new spokesman, #MurrstacheMorales @moralesfortexas
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๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
This is a Tx House ainโ€™t messing around move! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘Š๐Ÿผ #txlege #impeachment
@jaspscherer
Jasper Scherer
1 year
High-powered attorneys Dick DeGuerin & Rusty Hardin will present the House impeachment case in @KenPaxtonTX 's upcoming Senate trial. "This is not about punishing Mr. Paxton," DeGuerin says. "The people of the state of Texas are entitled to know whether their top cop is a crook."
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Met w/ GTUIT, industry leader on the capture & reuse of flaring gas; PUC rep on ways to improve the grid infrastructure; Mtg w/ Chancellor McCall related to Sul Ross Univ; Telemundo interview on vaccines; & conf w/ Sen @CesarJBlanco on ways to partner to help our districts.
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Great #Txlege recognition to our very own Texan icon Sports News Anchor @dalehansen
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
7 months
Great opportunity to show fellow TX Lege Members the difficulties in securing our border in Maverick County. Deterrence alone is not the solution. We must work on a comprehensive migrant processing and jobs plan. #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
@DadePhelan @AnciraSalsa Iโ€™m glad you took some home to share! They donโ€™t normally last a whole road trip.๐Ÿ˜‹๐ŸŒฎ When you run out, youโ€™ll have an excuse to visit us in Maverick County! ๐Ÿ˜‰ #HD74 #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
Its time for America to be reminded of the power of women! Your ancestors fought for their right to vote and now itโ€™s time they hear from you as well! ๐Ÿ’ฏ
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
Here we goโ€ฆ. #impeachment #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
Join me tomorrow with @jdbalart at 9:50 AM on @MSNBC to discuss border issues, Title 42, and what we can do to help solve the border crisis. #MoralesForTexas #HD74 #Txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
Paxton & AG Attorneys @ Press Conference: How dare do Tx House members follow the state Constitution!?! ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™‚๏ธ #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
2 years
Itโ€™s important to rise above the partisan rhetoric and roll up our sleeves now more than ever and work together in resolving the border issue. Iโ€™m grateful for the opportunity provided by Gov. @GregAbbott_TX and his staff and for his visit to Eagle Pass in #HD74 . #txlege
@PatrickSvitek
Patrick Svitek
2 years
At Eagle Pass presser, @GovAbbott shouts out local Dem state rep @EddieMoralesJr , who's got a competitive reelect ahead and recently sent Abbott a letter w/ border policy ideas. โ€œSome of which weโ€™re employing. some of which weโ€™re looking at," Abbott says. #HD74 #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
3 years
Amendment by Morrison P258 on the Legislative body being the one that determines how the CARES Act funding is allocated created the longest discussion and deliberation between the Reps on budget night. Adopted 147 - 0! #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
1 year
For those that asked! No salary after House impeachment vote. #txlege
@TexasTribune
Texas Tribune
1 year
AG Ken Paxton will not be paid his $153,750 annual salary while he is on suspension, comptroller Glenn Hegarโ€™s office confirmed. He was removed from office last week and awaits his impeachment trial before the Senate, which is yet to be scheduled.
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@EddieMoralesJr
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1 year
โ€œRighteousness exalts a nation but evil unacknowledged and not forsaken is its downfall.โ€ Former Tx Rep David Simpson
@scottbraddock
Scott Braddock
1 year
Rep @charliegeren says that ahead of the impeachment vote, GOP Texas House members received calls from @KenPaxtonTX threatening them with political consequences if they vote yes #txlege
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@EddieMoralesJr
๐„๐ƒ๐ƒ๐ˆ๐„ ๐Œ๐Ž๐‘๐€๐‹๐„๐’, ๐‰๐‘.
4 years
Earlier this year I asked District 74 officials to hold workshops in order to submit their priorities list. As citizens, take the time to voice the needs of your community. I look forward to working with Reps & Dems to achieve those goals!๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ #housedistrict74 #avoiceforall #txlege
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