Grayson Times

Rep. Pat Fallon, serving in the U.S. Congress representing Texas' 4th district since 2021, addressed foreign and national security concerns in recent social media posts. Born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Fallon has been involved in politics since being elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2013, later serving in the Texas Senate, and replacing former member John Ratcliffe in Congress.

In a tweet posted on April 2, 2025, at 19:00:40 UTC, Rep. Fallon expressed concerns about national security, highlighting the involvement of foreign entities at the U.S. border. He stated, "Beijing and Moscow capitalized on our open border in recent years. Mexican drug cartels trafficked illicit Chinese produced fentanyl, while illegal crossings by Russian nationals increased by over 500%. Border Security = National Security."

Approximately seventeen seconds later, at 19:00:57 UTC, Fallon elaborated on perceived threats from international adversaries, noting, "US adversaries have grown emboldened in recent years, from China’s influence at the Panama Canal to Iran’s ties to rogue, anti-western actors. Trump understands the stakes. Now more than ever, we must focus on maintaining secure borders and preparing to face modern threats." Fallon emphasized the need for defensive readiness against potential threats.

At 19:14:05 UTC, Rep. Fallon further criticized the current foreign policy landscape, remarking on increased alliances among adversaries. He tweeted, "Whether it's: - Hostile regimes like Russia - The leading state sponsor of terror, Iran - Or the literal terrorists themselves (Houthis) Ties between US adversaries have increased under the past 4 years of failed foreign policy. Thankfully, President Trump is focused on restoring [security]." Fallon asserted that recent policies have failed, yet showed support for measures President Trump is reportedly undertaking.