Monica De La Cruz on crime
Updated 9 Oct 2026 · sources up to 9 Oct 2026
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Earlier material (before the 2026 contest)
OWN WORDS Monica De La Cruz said, in a release from her House office (published 2024-11-12): “Fentanyl is the number one killer of Americans aged 18 to 45,” … “The tragic surge in fentanyl-related deaths, up by over 600% in Texas from 2019 to 2023 alone, has claimed more than 7,000 lives in our state. The Saving Lives on Campuses Act of 2024 will help ensure that students and staff are equipped to respond effectively to this crisis and prevent further loss of life.” Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz · Congresswoman De La Cruz Introduces "Saving Lives on Campus… · 2024-11-12 Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz · Congresswoman De La Cruz Introduces "Saving Lives on Campus… · 2024-11-12
Speaker: Monica De La Cruz, as the source says · Source: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz.
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OWN WORDS Monica De La Cruz said, in a release from her House office (published 2024-02-13): “Secretary Mayorkas’ blatant disregard for the security of our southern border not only empowers the world’s deadliest drug cartels but also perpetuates the abhorrent trafficking of women and children. His negligence poses a dire threat to the safety of Texans and countless Americans,” Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz · South Texas Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz Votes to Impeac… · 2024-02-13
Speaker: Monica De La Cruz, as the source says · Source: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz.
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What others report
REPORTED ABOUT Monica De La Cruz's official House office site says (published 2026-03-09): “De La Cruz has long championed commonsense immigration measures, including her Bracero Program 2.0 Act and Fair Wages for Farm Workers Act, while consistently maintaining that enforcement resources must prioritize threats to public safety.” Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz · De La Cruz Secures Release of Antonio Gámez-Cuéllar | Congr… · 2026-03-09
Source: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz.
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REPORTED ABOUT Texas Border Business's article, republished by the Monica De La Cruz campaign's page (monicaforcongress.us), says (published 2026-05-15): “For National Police Week, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz used House floor time to honor four South Texas officers by name. She recognized DPS Troopers Juan Zuniga of McAllen and Roman Gonzalez of Edinburg, both members of the elite Texas DPS Honor Guard, noting that Gonzalez served as a Marine in Iraq and earned the Combat Action Ribbon before his 17 years as a trooper.” Monica for Congress · De La Cruz Recognizes Texas Officers on the National Stage… · 2026-05-15
Source: Monica for Congress (campaign site).
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Earlier material (before the 2026 contest)
REPORTED ABOUT Monica De La Cruz's official House office site says (published 2023-09-21): “Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) and Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) introduced legislation that stiffens federal penalties on illegal migrants who engage in high-speed car chases with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or local law enforcement assisting the federal government. Under this legislation, failure to yield would be a felony and if an officer is killed during the apprehension, smugglers could face life sentences.” Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz · Rep. Monica De La Cruz Co-Leads Push to Impose Stiffer Fede… · 2023-09-21
Source: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz.
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REPORTED ABOUT Monica De La Cruz's official House office site says (published 2025-08-22): “De La Cruz hosted a roundtable discussion with local officials from Karnes County, Karnes City, and Kenedy. De La Cruz shared an update on her work in Congress and discussed the over $1.2M in funding she secured for the county, including funding for the removal of the Otilla Dam on the San Antonio River and a radio communications upgrade for the Karnes County Sheriff's Office. Following the roundtable discussion, De La Cruz was joined by members of the community to honor Mr. Henry Kolinek Junior's 100th Birthday and present him with his official Congressional Record.” Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz · PHOTOS: De La Cruz Visits Wilson County and Karnes County |… · 2025-08-22
Source: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz.
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REPORTED ABOUT Monica De La Cruz's official House office site says (published 2023-11-09): “The office of Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has been subjected to repeated acts of vandalism this week, incidents that are currently under investigation by local law enforcement. These malicious acts have been perpetrated by individuals with pro-Hamas sentiments, targeting the Congresswoman for her condemnation of anti-Semitism and solidarity with Jews in our community and the state of Israel.” Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz · Statement from Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) on R… · 2023-11-09
Source: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz.