Lance Gooden, U.S. Congressman representing Texas’ 5th district since 2019, has recently addressed issues of law enforcement support, immigration policy, and presidential security through a series of posts on his Twitter account.
On May 14, 2026, Gooden posted about his legislative efforts concerning threats to the presidency: “A failed assassin is still an assassin. Intent doesn’t change because the bullet misses. My latest in @DailyCaller on why I introduced the Protect the Presidency Act to STOP rewarding failed assassins!”
Later that day, he commented on law enforcement and Congressional voting patterns: “75% of Americans want MORE police officers on the streets. Meanwhile, 173 Democrats just voted AGAINST supporting law enforcement. The Democrat Party has once again proven that it is out of touch with the American people!” This statement highlights ongoing debates regarding public safety funding and partisan divisions within Congress.
On May 15, 2026, Gooden criticized federal lending policies for non-citizens under President Joe Biden’s administration: “Joe Biden gave H-1B visa holders taxpayer-backed FHA loans with up to 100% financing. All while Americans were priced out of the American dream or forced to put tens of thousands of dollars down. President Trump shut these lending practices down. Now it’s time to ABOLISH the”. His remarks refer to housing affordability and immigration policy disputes.
Gooden’s recent statements reflect his legislative priorities and ongoing criticism of Democratic policies in Congress. He has served as a U.S. Representative since replacing Jeb Hensarling in 2019 and previously served in the Texas House of Representatives from 2017 to 2019. In recent elections, he has consistently won by wide margins over Democratic challengers—including victories against Ruth Torres in 2024 (64.1%), Tartisha Hill in 2022 (64%), Carolyn Salter in 2020 (62%), and Dan Wood in 2018 (62.3%).
