Floor SpeechCeremonial2026-01-08

CELEBRATING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL AND DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL

Immigration

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On 2026-01-08, Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX-30) delivered a floor speech titled "CELEBRATING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL AND DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL" in the House. The speech addressed immigration.

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CELEBRATING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL AND DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)] [House] [Page H230] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CELEBRATING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL AND DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL (Ms. CROCKETT asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. CROCKETT. Mr. Speaker, today I rise with immense pride to celebrate two exceptional football teams from Texas' very own 30th Congressional District for their championship wins this season. They are South Oak Cliff High School and DeSoto High School. This win comes as no surprise to those of us who call the district home. These young men showed up, put in the work, and, once again, proved that if we are looking for champions, all eyes should be on Texas-30. I am proud of each of these students' commitment, as well as every faculty member and parent who supported them along the way. Their dedication, commitment, and passion made these wins possible. I anticipate celebrating the many successes yet to come. Celebrate big, keep striving for greatness, and continue standing out. Go Bears and go Eagles. Mr. Speaker, I will not yield back. I will say something real quick about this ICE situation. The reason we have a mess as it relates to ICE has nothing to do with President Biden. We need to accept responsibility for what is going on, and it is the mess of this administration. ____________________

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CELEBRATING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL AND DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)] [House] [Page H230] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CELEBRATING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL AND DESOTO HIGH SCHOOL (Ms. CROCKETT asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. CROCKETT. Mr. Speaker, today I rise with immense pride to celebrate two exceptional football teams from Texas' very own 30th Congressional District for their championship wins this season. They are South Oak Cliff High School and DeSoto High School. This win comes as no surprise to those of us who call the district home. These young men showed up, put in the work, and, once again, proved that if we are looking for champions, all eyes should be on Texas-30. I am proud of each of these students' commitment, as well as every faculty member and parent who supported them along the way. Their dedication, commitment, and passion made these wins possible. I anticipate celebrating the many successes yet to come. Celebrate big, keep striving for greatness, and continue standing out. Go Bears and go Eagles. Mr. Speaker, I will not yield back. I will say something real quick about this ICE situation. The reason we have a mess as it relates to ICE has nothing to do with President Biden. We need to accept responsibility for what is going on, and it is the mess of this administration. ____________________