Senator John Cornyn has used his social media platform to address recent events in Texas, express gratitude to national and state leaders, and acknowledge the service of a prominent educational figure. The following summarizes his recent public statements made via Twitter.
On July 10, 2025, Senator Cornyn announced his intention to travel with President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden to Kerrville. He stated, “I will travel with @POTUS and @FLOTUS to Kerrville tomorrow to show everyone who’s lost loved ones that the prayers of the nation are lifting them up and are with them during this time of unimaginable grief.”
The next day, on July 11, 2025, Cornyn expressed appreciation for former President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump visiting Texas in the aftermath of a crisis. He wrote, “Thank you @realDonaldTrump & @FLOTUS for coming to Texas. Your heartfelt commitment to the Lone Star State’s rescue and recovery efforts, to the victims, and to those still missing is deeply appreciated. We will keep searching for those unaccounted for & praying for all who”.
On July 12, 2025, Cornyn recognized Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell’s contributions to higher education in Texas. He posted, “Thank you Chancellor @TeddLMitchell for your 15 years of service and dedication to the @TTUSystem and its institutions. I wish you and your family all the best in this next chapter.”
Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell has served as chancellor of the Texas Tech University System since 2018 after previously leading Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
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