Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne, who represents Texas in the U.S. House of Representatives, shared a series of posts on her social media account on January 12, 2026, addressing state policies, local leadership, and law enforcement outcomes.
In one post from January 12, Van Duyne commented on population trends in Texas, stating: “There’s a reason why more and more people are moving to Texas – policies matter!”
Later that day, she highlighted her engagement with municipal officials by posting: “Always enjoy catching up with our local leaders! It was great to meet with Dallas City Councilwoman Cara Mendelsohn this weekend! I appreciate all the work she is doing in North Texas, and always value time to catch up about things that matter most in our community.” This post referenced her meeting with Dallas City Councilwoman Cara Mendelsohn.
In another message posted on the same date, Van Duyne praised law enforcement efforts and contrasted them with other cities: “Incredible results, especially for the recovered children and their families – and none of the hostility we see in Minneapolis. @USMarshalsHQ”
Beth Van Duyne has held her congressional seat through several election cycles. In 2024, she won re-election against Sam Eppler by securing 60.3% of the vote. She previously defeated Jan McDowell in 2022 with nearly 60% support and Candace Valenzuela in 2020 by a narrow margin.