Joaquin Castro
@joaquincastrotx.bsky.social
Texas Congressman. Democrat. Born, raised and represent San Antonio.
Intelligence Committee (HPSCI) + Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC).
Intelligence Committee (HPSCI) + Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC).
It's one of my greatest privileges in Congress to nominate young women and men to attend U.S. Service Academies. This year's candidates for our Service Academies were extremely impressive.
December 8, 2025 at 9:08 PM
It's one of my greatest privileges in Congress to nominate young women and men to attend U.S. Service Academies. This year's candidates for our Service Academies were extremely impressive.
Trump is illegally striking ships in the Caribbean to "go after cartels" only to pardon drug king pins.
It's complete hypocrisy, it's recklessness, and it's lawlessness.
It's complete hypocrisy, it's recklessness, and it's lawlessness.
December 6, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Trump is illegally striking ships in the Caribbean to "go after cartels" only to pardon drug king pins.
It's complete hypocrisy, it's recklessness, and it's lawlessness.
It's complete hypocrisy, it's recklessness, and it's lawlessness.
Americans DO NOT want to go to war with Venezuela.
There are far more effective ways to stop drugs from entering the country than blowing up boats.
And after pardoning a notorious drug kingpin, how can anyone believe Trump is serious about stopping drug trafficking?
There are far more effective ways to stop drugs from entering the country than blowing up boats.
And after pardoning a notorious drug kingpin, how can anyone believe Trump is serious about stopping drug trafficking?
December 4, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Americans DO NOT want to go to war with Venezuela.
There are far more effective ways to stop drugs from entering the country than blowing up boats.
And after pardoning a notorious drug kingpin, how can anyone believe Trump is serious about stopping drug trafficking?
There are far more effective ways to stop drugs from entering the country than blowing up boats.
And after pardoning a notorious drug kingpin, how can anyone believe Trump is serious about stopping drug trafficking?
I'm proud to introduce the bipartisan Global Child Thrive Reauthorization Act of 2025 with Reps. McCormick, Olszewski and Fitzpatrick, which helps nurture and support vulnerable children around the world.
December 2, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I'm proud to introduce the bipartisan Global Child Thrive Reauthorization Act of 2025 with Reps. McCormick, Olszewski and Fitzpatrick, which helps nurture and support vulnerable children around the world.
Trump wants to eliminate the Department of Education. But he can’t without Congress.
December 2, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Trump wants to eliminate the Department of Education. But he can’t without Congress.
3+ million Texans rely on healthcare subsidies to afford their health insurance.
In Congress, I’m pushing to extend these subsidies AND open enrollment so folks can stay insured.
Trump’s response: “I’d rather not.”
In Congress, I’m pushing to extend these subsidies AND open enrollment so folks can stay insured.
Trump’s response: “I’d rather not.”
December 1, 2025 at 11:22 PM
3+ million Texans rely on healthcare subsidies to afford their health insurance.
In Congress, I’m pushing to extend these subsidies AND open enrollment so folks can stay insured.
Trump’s response: “I’d rather not.”
In Congress, I’m pushing to extend these subsidies AND open enrollment so folks can stay insured.
Trump’s response: “I’d rather not.”
This #WorldAIDSDay, we reflect on the progress to prevent and cure HIV/AIDS—including ending the stigma that forced too many into the shadows.
December 1, 2025 at 6:36 PM
This #WorldAIDSDay, we reflect on the progress to prevent and cure HIV/AIDS—including ending the stigma that forced too many into the shadows.
Castro’s Cuba. Maduro’s Venezuela. Trump’s America.
Here’s one big thing they all have in common.
Here’s one big thing they all have in common.
November 25, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Castro’s Cuba. Maduro’s Venezuela. Trump’s America.
Here’s one big thing they all have in common.
Here’s one big thing they all have in common.
The Trump Admin’s unprecedented secrecy and hostility toward Congress is hurting our country.
Last week, in my @houseforeign.bsky.social hearing, a Republican Admin refused to send a witness for their Republican chair.
Trump is leaving his own party in Congress—and all Americans—out to dry.
Last week, in my @houseforeign.bsky.social hearing, a Republican Admin refused to send a witness for their Republican chair.
Trump is leaving his own party in Congress—and all Americans—out to dry.
November 24, 2025 at 5:14 PM
The Trump Admin’s unprecedented secrecy and hostility toward Congress is hurting our country.
Last week, in my @houseforeign.bsky.social hearing, a Republican Admin refused to send a witness for their Republican chair.
Trump is leaving his own party in Congress—and all Americans—out to dry.
Last week, in my @houseforeign.bsky.social hearing, a Republican Admin refused to send a witness for their Republican chair.
Trump is leaving his own party in Congress—and all Americans—out to dry.
There are serious questions surrounding the ICE raid in San Antonio.
Teenagers—even a baby—were caught up in the chaotic scene. There needs to be accountability and transparency.
I am demanding answers from ICE and other agencies, alongside @repcasar.bsky.social
Teenagers—even a baby—were caught up in the chaotic scene. There needs to be accountability and transparency.
I am demanding answers from ICE and other agencies, alongside @repcasar.bsky.social
November 20, 2025 at 9:05 PM
There are serious questions surrounding the ICE raid in San Antonio.
Teenagers—even a baby—were caught up in the chaotic scene. There needs to be accountability and transparency.
I am demanding answers from ICE and other agencies, alongside @repcasar.bsky.social
Teenagers—even a baby—were caught up in the chaotic scene. There needs to be accountability and transparency.
I am demanding answers from ICE and other agencies, alongside @repcasar.bsky.social
Jonathan Pollard is a convicted traitor who provided highly sensitive national security information to the Israeli government. He did grave harm to our country.
It’s unacceptable that Ambassador Huckabee secretly met with Mr. Pollard, a convicted traitor, at the United States Embassy.
It’s unacceptable that Ambassador Huckabee secretly met with Mr. Pollard, a convicted traitor, at the United States Embassy.
November 20, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Jonathan Pollard is a convicted traitor who provided highly sensitive national security information to the Israeli government. He did grave harm to our country.
It’s unacceptable that Ambassador Huckabee secretly met with Mr. Pollard, a convicted traitor, at the United States Embassy.
It’s unacceptable that Ambassador Huckabee secretly met with Mr. Pollard, a convicted traitor, at the United States Embassy.
Gov. Abbott and Trump’s illegal redistricting plot backfired. It set off a national movement to level the playing field. And yesterday, the courts struck down their illegal maps.
But this should have never happened. Americans deserve fair and equal representation.
But this should have never happened. Americans deserve fair and equal representation.
November 19, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Gov. Abbott and Trump’s illegal redistricting plot backfired. It set off a national movement to level the playing field. And yesterday, the courts struck down their illegal maps.
But this should have never happened. Americans deserve fair and equal representation.
But this should have never happened. Americans deserve fair and equal representation.
Today, the House passed legislation that takes us one step closer to releasing the Epstein files.
This is not about political gains. This is about the truth.
This is not about political gains. This is about the truth.
November 18, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Today, the House passed legislation that takes us one step closer to releasing the Epstein files.
This is not about political gains. This is about the truth.
This is not about political gains. This is about the truth.
I voted no on this disastrous bill. Texans deserve healthcare they can afford. More below:
November 13, 2025 at 1:39 AM
I voted no on this disastrous bill. Texans deserve healthcare they can afford. More below:
I voted no on this disastrous bill. Texans deserve healthcare they can afford. More below:
November 13, 2025 at 1:38 AM
I voted no on this disastrous bill. Texans deserve healthcare they can afford. More below:
Republicans have been MIA for 6 weeks, refusing to extend healthcare subsidies. Now countless Texans won't be able to pay for skyrocketing premiums.
I’ll keep fighting because affordable healthcare is a worthy cause.
📺: @jimacosta.bsky.social
I’ll keep fighting because affordable healthcare is a worthy cause.
📺: @jimacosta.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Republicans have been MIA for 6 weeks, refusing to extend healthcare subsidies. Now countless Texans won't be able to pay for skyrocketing premiums.
I’ll keep fighting because affordable healthcare is a worthy cause.
📺: @jimacosta.bsky.social
I’ll keep fighting because affordable healthcare is a worthy cause.
📺: @jimacosta.bsky.social
Republicans refuse to lower healthcare costs. Older Texans that are too young for Medicare will be hit the hardest.
Theresa Hebert is one of the more than 3 million Texans who rely on healthcare subsidies. Without ACA tax credits, her premium will cost $1,000/month.
Theresa Hebert is one of the more than 3 million Texans who rely on healthcare subsidies. Without ACA tax credits, her premium will cost $1,000/month.
November 12, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Republicans refuse to lower healthcare costs. Older Texans that are too young for Medicare will be hit the hardest.
Theresa Hebert is one of the more than 3 million Texans who rely on healthcare subsidies. Without ACA tax credits, her premium will cost $1,000/month.
Theresa Hebert is one of the more than 3 million Texans who rely on healthcare subsidies. Without ACA tax credits, her premium will cost $1,000/month.
I was honored to present U.S. Army Specialist Alfredo Gutierrez with the Purple Heart and six other distinguished military service medals for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War. On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you for your sacrifice and service.
November 11, 2025 at 3:13 PM
I was honored to present U.S. Army Specialist Alfredo Gutierrez with the Purple Heart and six other distinguished military service medals for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War. On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you for your sacrifice and service.
Veterans day is around the corner. My district office joined Project MEND’s Salute to Our Veterans celebration and shared with the community ways our office can be helpful.
If you are a veteran and need help accessing the care and benefits you’ve earned, call our office at 210-348-8216.
If you are a veteran and need help accessing the care and benefits you’ve earned, call our office at 210-348-8216.
November 7, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Veterans day is around the corner. My district office joined Project MEND’s Salute to Our Veterans celebration and shared with the community ways our office can be helpful.
If you are a veteran and need help accessing the care and benefits you’ve earned, call our office at 210-348-8216.
If you are a veteran and need help accessing the care and benefits you’ve earned, call our office at 210-348-8216.
In San Antonio, I met with faith leaders Father David Garcia, Luis Martinez, Dustin Martin, and Sister Constanza Fernandez. Thank you for your leadership in our community and w/ @catholicrelief.bsky.social to address hunger around the world. Your work reminds us of the importance of serving others.
November 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
In San Antonio, I met with faith leaders Father David Garcia, Luis Martinez, Dustin Martin, and Sister Constanza Fernandez. Thank you for your leadership in our community and w/ @catholicrelief.bsky.social to address hunger around the world. Your work reminds us of the importance of serving others.
During my time in Congress, I have had the honor of calling Nancy Pelosi a friend and colleague, where I have seen her vision and perseverance firsthand. I am grateful for her work to fight for Dreamers and to create a pathway to citizenship. She has a made a profound contribution to our nation.
November 6, 2025 at 6:07 PM
During my time in Congress, I have had the honor of calling Nancy Pelosi a friend and colleague, where I have seen her vision and perseverance firsthand. I am grateful for her work to fight for Dreamers and to create a pathway to citizenship. She has a made a profound contribution to our nation.
Go out and vote today!
I am glad to see that many folks have already voted early and made their voices heard.
For more information about voting, visit votetexas.gov.
www.expressnews.com/news/article...
I am glad to see that many folks have already voted early and made their voices heard.
For more information about voting, visit votetexas.gov.
www.expressnews.com/news/article...
November 4, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Go out and vote today!
I am glad to see that many folks have already voted early and made their voices heard.
For more information about voting, visit votetexas.gov.
www.expressnews.com/news/article...
I am glad to see that many folks have already voted early and made their voices heard.
For more information about voting, visit votetexas.gov.
www.expressnews.com/news/article...
Governor Abbott cares more about helping ICE than he does helping Texas families keep food on the table.
November 3, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Governor Abbott cares more about helping ICE than he does helping Texas families keep food on the table.
Republicans are ripping away ACA premium tax credits, causing healthcare costs to soar by 35% in Texas on average.
Just look the premium rates for 2026 compared to last year. Many families won’t be able to afford it!
Republicans need to reopen the government and work with Democrats to lower costs.
Just look the premium rates for 2026 compared to last year. Many families won’t be able to afford it!
Republicans need to reopen the government and work with Democrats to lower costs.
November 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Republicans are ripping away ACA premium tax credits, causing healthcare costs to soar by 35% in Texas on average.
Just look the premium rates for 2026 compared to last year. Many families won’t be able to afford it!
Republicans need to reopen the government and work with Democrats to lower costs.
Just look the premium rates for 2026 compared to last year. Many families won’t be able to afford it!
Republicans need to reopen the government and work with Democrats to lower costs.