Veronica Escobar
U.S. Representative for Texas's 16th Congressional District from El Paso, focused on immigration, border policy, and federal oversight of detention facilities.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 26min
She's Skipping the State of the Union
Veronica Escobar, congresswoman from El Paso who focuses on immigration and border oversight, explains why she is skipping the State of the Union. She discusses protest versus solidarity, harsh conditions and profiteering at detention facilities, and debates over anonymous federal agents and DHS reform. Short, direct reflections on policy priorities and strategic funding choices.
