In Texas, for example, when we've had need to get relief from hurricanes that occasionally hit our Gulf Coast, I've been at the lead of getting federal assistance to the tune of $30 billion for Texas [for hurricane relief]. and it would be virtually impossible for a brand new senator, somebody who was just finding their way around to do something like that. So this isn't about me. (07:09–07:17)
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Asserts that John Cornyn led efforts to secure $30 billion in federal assistance for Texas hurricane relief.
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