Texans in Congress use guest invites strategically for Trump's speech
February 28, 2017
WASHINGTON — As Congress prepares to welcome President Donald Trump to the Capitol on Tuesday night for his first address to a joint session of the House and Senate, Texas lawmakers are taking full advantage of their ability to bring a guest to the packed chamber.
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Rep. Marc Veasey, a Fort Worth Democrat, will bring Bothina Matar, a Syrian refugee who lives in Dallas with her husband and two children.
"I thought it was important that we showcase and highlight immigrants and refugees – how individuals just want a chance to be able to live and breathe in safety," Veasey said.
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