Press Releases

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today applauding the Supreme Court of the United States for its refusal to declare President Obama’s unconstitutional immigration amnesty as lawful: “The ruling by the Supreme Court today is an immense victory for the American people and the United States Constitution. Blocked by a 4-4 tie, this decision upholds the lower court’s ruling t... Read more »

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement on a day we remember those who have fought courageously and paid the ultimate price for our freedom: “Today we remember and honor the lives of those who have bravely sacrificed their all for the sake of our freedom. The men and women in the United States Armed Forces are truly courageous patriots. There is no doubt that we have the freedo... Read more »

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today regarding the passage of Kari’s Law in the U.S. House of Representatives: “This common sense reform was made possible through the tireless work of countless individuals, and none more so than Hank Hunt, the father of Kari Hunt. Federal Communications Commissioner Ajit Pai along with the American Hotel and Lodging Association were gr... Read more »

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today following the ruling in favor of House Republicans lawsuit against the Obama administration over ObamaCare: “This ruling today is a step in the right direction for the American people. It reinforces the reality that the Obama Administration has overstepped constitutional authority. This should come as no surprise to most since it ha... Read more »

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today regarding the introduction of his Balanced Budget Amendment: “Over the last 15 years our national debt has skyrocketed to unsustainable levels. This spike in spending has put our economy at risk and, worse, saddled the next generation with an undeserved fiscal burden. In fact, according to the Congressional Budget Office, the federa... Read more »

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today on The National Day of Prayer: “Today is such a special day – one of national contemplation and prayer to the one, true God. First established in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming this country, the call to prayer has continued throughout our history. In fact, this day was created fo... Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today regarding his opposition to the nomination of Karen Gren Scholer to fill a vacancy on the federal district court for the Eastern District of Texas: “It is my firm belief that an individual who lives and works within the Eastern District of Texas should be selected to fill such an important vacancy within this area... Read more »

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement today concerning President Obama’s selection of Merrick Garland to fill the Supreme Court vacancy: “The current election cycle, highly contested and contentious, has revealed one thing – that this nation is deeply divided on countless issues. Though I have not agreed with political positions of now Vice-President Joe Biden and Senator Chu... Read more »

Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) released the following statement honoring the life and legacy of Mrs. Ronald Reagan: “Nancy Reagan had a level of class that was becoming of a First Lady. Her gentle strength was evident to those in her inner circle, as well as, the entire country.” "It is an extraordinary privilege for both Kathy and me to be invited to represent our beloved east Texas at the tribute to... Read more »

Today in the House Natural Resources Committee, Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) addressed the committee & questioned witnesses in a hearing on Federal Lands. He noted the vast amount of national forests in east Texas and mentioned hearing reports by private land owners, living near federal lands, that there has been more hostility than ever by federal employees toward east Texans. “The federal governme... Read more »