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Ted Poe
@JudgeTedPoe
Former Member of Congress, former judge, Texan
Humble, TexasJoined September 2009
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I am proud to endorse
@PierceBush
in his candidacy for TX-22. I believe Pierce is a committed conservative leader that has what it takes to hold the banner in the fight against socialism and big government.
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Pierce Bush
@PierceBush
I am humbled and deeply appreciative of Judge Poe’s endorsement and support for our campaign. As a champion of limited government, Judge Poe’s impact in Congress has left a lasting impression I hope to follow. Thank you again for standing with us!
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Fighter jets had been scrambled from Ellington Air Force Base and were constantly circling over Houston. Later we learned of the thousands murdered that day when terrorists attacked America.
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I don’t remember there being any court proceedings that day. Most people left the courthouse and went to be with their loved ones. All commercial aircraft landed at the closest airfields.
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A few minutes later he broke the news that a second plane had hit the other tower. I pulled my jeep over on the shoulder of the Eastex—as did others—and listened to the nonstop news about the attacks on America. Then heard a third plane had crashed into the Pentagon.
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On 9/11, as the judge of 228th Criminal District Court, I was headed to the courthouse down the Eastex Freeway listening to Hudson and Harrigan on KILT radio that morning. Robert B. McIntyre broke into the country music saying a plane had hit one of the World Trade Center towers.
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Naval Commander and aviator
@PeteOlson
, the halls of Congress won't be the same without you. Your service to our nation and to the people of our great state of Texas has been a blessing for freedom. Congress will miss your leadership, integrity, and your sense of humor.
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As World War II ended, the BATTLESHIP TEXAS was used as a transport for victorious American GIs returning home. Happy Fourth of July🇺🇸!
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“The boys of D-Day came; they liberated; and some went home. Over 9,000 other GIs are buried at the top of the cliffs of Normandy, France. As we reflect on those Rangers on D-Day, 70 years ago, and the Texan who led them into battle, Lt. Col. James Earl Rudder,
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The 75th anniversary, remembering “the boys of D-Day” including Col. James Rudder-Texas A&M grad and commander of the Army Rangers. He was said to be the first person on Omaha beach. He led the Rangers up the cliffs of Pointe de Hoc to take enemy machine guns before the landing.
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Celebrated “Judge Ted Poe Day” in Humble, Texas last night. Thank you Mayor Merle Aaron, Humble City Council, and Humble’s Finest. Many people want to know what’s next...I’m not retiring, just planning my next chapter. And that’s just the way it is!
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I look forward to spending more time with my 12 grandkids and planning my next chapter. Wishing all the best to Congressman Dan Crenshaw and his team. Happy trails! Continue to follow me on social media for news and events.
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It has been an honor of a lifetime to serve as your representative for 14 years. I am not retiring—I’m not quite ready to hang up my boots just yet!!—I’m just leaving Washington and will be back in the Promised Land, TEXAS!
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As a former judge and prosecutor in Harris County, Texas, I saw countless cases involving drunk driving on NYE. Please be aware and vigilant tonight. Have a safe and happy New Year. The lives of many were destroyed because an intoxicated driver got behind the wheel of a vehicle.
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Met with @RepJoeKennedy this morning to present him with a copy of the of the bipartisan Sam Farr and Nick Castle Peace Corps Reform Act. Thank you, Joe, for your work on this important bill that provides much-needed protections for Peace Corps volunteers.
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