Pfluger Fly-By: March 27, 2026

Congressman Pfluger discusses his work in Congress, including hearings on the DHS shutdown, passage of his Defending American Property Abroad Act, and securing funding for the Midland Air and Space Port.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 6:04pm

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In this week's Pfluger Fly-By, Congressman Pfluger provides updates on his work in Congress, including his participation in a hearing examining the impacts of the Democrats' shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, the House passage of his bipartisan Defending American Property Abroad Act, and his efforts to secure $14.3 million in funding for the Midland International Air and Space Port. Pfluger also discusses his appearances on Fox News and a local radio show, as well as his work to modernize the 1996 Telecommunications Act and safeguard the Arctic from foreign adversaries.

Why it matters

Congressman Pfluger's work on key issues like homeland security, trade, and infrastructure investment demonstrates his commitment to representing the interests of his Texas district and the nation as a whole. The DHS shutdown, threats to American businesses abroad, and the need for updated telecommunications regulations are all matters of national importance that Pfluger is actively addressing through his committee work and legislative efforts.

The details

As Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence, Pfluger questioned witnesses during a full committee hearing on the real-world impacts of the Democrats' shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. He also called out his Democrat colleagues for their repeated failure to fund DHS and prioritize the security of the American people. Pfluger's bipartisan Defending American Property Abroad Act, which passed the House, aims to protect American businesses and workers from unfair treatment overseas. Additionally, Pfluger helped secure $14.3 million in funding for the Midland International Air and Space Port to expand the terminal and handle the growing volume of travelers. Pfluger also discussed updates on operations in Iran, the need to modernize the 1996 Telecommunications Act, and the importance of securing the Arctic from foreign adversaries.

  • The DHS shutdown has reached its 42nd day.
  • Pfluger's Defending American Property Abroad Act passed the U.S. House today.
  • Pfluger's Mystic Alerts Act passed out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee this week.
  • Pfluger's Service Academy Night in Llano is scheduled for March 31, 2026.

The players

Congressman August Pfluger

A Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Texas's 11th congressional district. He serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.

Democrats

Pfluger's Democratic colleagues in Congress, whom he criticized for their repeated failure to fund the Department of Homeland Security.

Midland International Air and Space Port

The airport serving the Midland-Odessa metropolitan area in Texas, which Pfluger helped secure $14.3 million in federal funding to expand.

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What they’re saying

“The consequences are clear: frontline personnel are facing overwhelming operational strain due to repeated failures to fund DHS. As thousands of Americans wait in endless airport lines and threats to our homeland are heightened, this must end. I remain committed to funding DHS and ensuring these individuals have the resources, support, and pay they deserve.”

— Congressman August Pfluger, Chairman, House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence

“This legislation is critical because it ensures there are enforceable consequences for those actions.”

— Congressman August Pfluger, U.S. Representative

What’s next

Pfluger will continue advocating for the Defending American Property Abroad Act to pass the Senate and be signed into law. He will also host additional Service Academy Nights in his district to help students apply to U.S. Service Academies.

The takeaway

Congressman Pfluger's work in Congress demonstrates his commitment to addressing critical national issues, from homeland security and trade to infrastructure and telecommunications. His bipartisan approach and focus on serving the interests of his Texas district and the country as a whole make him an effective representative for his constituents.