Grayson Times

Rep. Pat Fallon, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Texas' 4th district, has been vocal on various national security and educational issues through a series of tweets. Fallon succeeded John Ratcliffe in 2021 and has a background in both the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate.

On February 16, 2025, Rep. Pat Fallon emphasized the importance of strengthening national defense amidst rising threats from several countries. He stated, "As threats from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea rise, we must strengthen our defense by expanding our submarine industrial base and boosting security in the Indo-Pacific." He further advocated for investing in a stronger military to protect America's interests.

Later that day, Fallon addressed military recruitment strategies through education. He tweeted about the significance of expanding access to high schools and ROTC programs as a means to enhance recruitment efforts: "Expanding access to high schools and ROTC programs is a key strategy for improving recruitment." He highlighted the need for young people to understand military career opportunities.

On February 17, 2025, Rep. Fallon commemorated Presidents' Day by honoring past leaders who have contributed significantly to shaping American history. In his tweet, he expressed appreciation for their vision and leadership: "This Presidents' Day, we honor the leaders who have shaped our nation’s history."