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Washington, D.C.—On Friday, March 6, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) will join Under Secretary of the Army Michael Obadal on a visit to the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD) to discuss concerns over significant reductions in the depot’s workforce and workload. Ahead of the visit, the Congressman sent a letter to the Administration inquiring about the facility’s future helicopter maintenance schedule and the status of an expected $174 million federal investment.

“That is why I was disappointed to learn that the Coast Guard has already placed an option on land that they intend to use for its new training center. To date, it is my understanding that no formal Request for Proposals has been issued. The Coast Guard must follow a clear, established process to ensure fairness and accountability. If a preferred location has already been identified that determination should be communicated immediately,” he continued.

“The State of the Union is meant to be a bicameral, bipartisan opportunity for Congress to come together and work toward solutions that strengthen our country, not further divide us. However, what we heard was nothing more than partisan lies and dangerous rhetoric.

“In addition to facing escalating operational expenses and trade volatility stemming from the Administration’s tariff policies, South Texas agricultural producers must also navigate severe water shortages and the approaching threat of the New World Screwworm along the southern border. While I’m pleased the Secretary of USDA is on the ground to hear directly from those impacted in our community, these ongoing issues will continue to require an all-hands-on-deck approach at the federal, state and local levels.

In the letter, Congressman Gonzalez states, “I write to express serious concern regarding the 2026 U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Fee Schedule, which significantly reduces reimbursement rates for Home Health Aides (G0156) and Homemakers (S5130) in rural parts of Texas. The VA should be removing barriers, not adding additional ones for veterans trying to access the care they need and have earned by bravely serving our country.”

“Secretary Noem’s continued refusal to take responsibility for the rogue and indiscriminate actions of an agency under her supervision requires accountability,” said Congressman Gonzalez. “Her cruel and incompetent leadership, which this Administration continues to condone, has resulted in the murder of two American citizens, illegal operations in South Texas and across the country, and the misuse of taxpayer dollars. For this reason, I have called on Secretary Noem to resign. If she fails to do so of her own accord, then Congress must act.”