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John Cornyn: “You don't have this sort of experience in any Texas city.”

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John Cornyn: Washington, D.C. 'Simply Picked The Wrong Side' And Should Embrace Fed Takeover

Published September 4, 2025 | Video Starts at 00:26

And could you potentially see this working in a city like Dallas where there is crime? And would this help keep Texas safe? Well, I have all the confidence in the world in Governor Abbott and Mayor Johnson. You don't have this sort of experience in any Texas city. And I know the public would not tolerate it for a minute if it's necessary. I support the National Guard assisting local law enforcement in cities like Chicago. (00:26–00:30)

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Asserts that Texas cities do not experience the same level of crime as Chicago.

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