Newsletter: Turning the Unsolvable into Achievable: America’s Path to Economic Revival

<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-d587422556f86f4bc3b56bf7bf09670a" id="h-turning-the-unsolvable-into-achievable-america-s-path-to-economic-revival" style="color: #064264;">Turning the Unsolvable into Achievable: America’s Path to Economic Revival</h3>

For too long, America has been on a dangerous path of managed decline, burdened by out-of-control debt and failed trade policies. Under the previous administration, we saw record deficits and a growing national debt that’s on track to hit $36 trillion. Despite promises that putting experts in charge would fix these issues, we’ve seen little progress. President Trump’s administration has proven that reversing this decline is possible—and it starts with fair trade, deregulation, and energy dominance. Bringing manufacturing jobs back to America and focusing on policies that benefit working Americans, we can put the U.S. on a path to fiscal strength.

The global shift of wealth, power, and influence from the West to the East, as predicted by the intelligence community in 2008, was driven by offshoring manufacturing and sending oil and gas revenues overseas. While many deemed this problem unsolvable, it’s clear that it is not. Here are the latest developments from President Trump in efforts to bring economic dominance back to America:

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<li>Project Stargate, led by Japan-based Softbank and U.S.-based OpenAI and Oracle, <a href="https://openai.com/index/announcing-the-stargate-project/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">announced</a> a $500 billion private investment in U.S.-based artificial intelligence infrastructure.</li>

<li>Apple <a href="https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/02/apple-will-spend-more-than-500-billion-usd-in-the-us-over-the-next-four-years/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">announced</a> a $500 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing and training.</li>

<li>NVIDIA, a global chipmaking giant, <a href="https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/nvidia-manufacture-american-made-ai-supercomputers-us/" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">announced</a> it will invest $500 billion in U.S.-based AI infrastructure over the next four years amid its pledge to manufacture AI supercomputers entirely in the U.S. for the first time.</li>

<li>IBM <a href="https://newsroom.ibm.com/2025-04-28-ibm-unveils-150-billion-investment-in-america-to-accelerate-technology-opportunity" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">announced </a>a $150 billion investment over the next five years in its U.S.-based growth and manufacturing operations.</li>

<li>Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) <a href="https://pr.tsmc.com/english/news/3210" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">announced</a> a $100 billion investment in U.S.-based chips manufacturing.</li>

<li>Johnson & Johnson <a href="https://www.jnj.com/media-center/press-releases/johnson-johnson-increases-u-s-investment-to-more-than-55-billion-over-the-next-four-years" rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">announced</a> a $55 billion investment over the next four years in manufacturing, research and development, and technology.</li>
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By focusing on bringing energy and manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., we can restore American strength and leadership. The Trump administration’s efforts are the right solution to getting America back on track.

<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-2f6e82d5fe1ed45bc9038411393b47e6" id="h-driving-america-s-energy-future-with-secretary-wright-on-the-energy-and-water-subcommittee" style="color: #064264;">Driving America’s Energy Future with Secretary Wright on the Energy and Water Subcommittee</h3>

Corpus Christi is home to the nation’s top energy export port. There is no doubt that America’s return to energy dominance will include our region leading the way. At a recent energy summit with representatives from several countries, the first question I was asked was, “When can we start receiving more LNG from the U.S.?” Thankfully, President Trump’s reversal of the ban on LNG exports has opened this door of opportunity. By producing energy here at home, we grow our economy while providing energy more efficiently and responsibly for ourselves and allies across the globe.

The real demand for energy production lies not just in powering homes and businesses, but in fueling job growth and economic strength. With over $500 billion in private investments already pledged to U.S.-based energy infrastructure, the energy sector is poised for explosive growth. With the expansion of AI, data centers, and other energy-intensive infrastructure, the demand on energy will grow exponentially. Expanding energy production isn’t just about securing our energy future—it’s about rebuilding America’s economic foundation for generations to come.

But the pace at which we can move forward is being stifled by a slow permitting process. Delays in approvals are pushing investment overseas and holding back crucial projects. This regulatory bottleneck prevents us from capitalizing on the vast opportunities ahead. To remain competitive, the permitting process must be streamlined and the red tape cut. This is vital for America to reclaim its position as a global leader in energy production.

<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-5afc23bf300534cc6a75158f8c0c05e0" id="h-unfair-play-keeping-men-out-of-women-s-sports" style="color: #064264;">Unfair Play: Keeping Men out of Women’s Sports</h3>

A recent <a href="https://docs.un.org/en/A/79/325">UN report</a> noted that, as of March 2024, over 600 female athletes in more than 400 competitions had lost 890 medals to males. This report explicitly concludes that males have performance advantages in sports. Injuries, including concussions, broken bones, and skull fractures, have also been reported, all linked to the participation of males in women’s events. Time and again, we see mediocre male athletes turning into champions in women’s sports, and yet some still refuse to acknowledge the clear advantage males have.

In addition to these concerns, the sources used by organizations like the U.S. Fencing, which have cited the <a href="https://www.usafencing.org/news/2023/november/21/heres-the-latest-on-usa-fencing-tournament-site-selection">Movement Advancement Project’s Equality Maps</a>, an overtly political organization pushing a leftist agenda. This is not a nonpartisan effort to advance fairness in sports, but a political strategy to drive a divisive agenda. Congress has to take action and protect the integrity of women’s sports, ensuring that they remain fair and safe for all. The numbers don’t lie, and we must uphold the rules that make these sports fair for women.

<h3 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-759da369572e341805df1809e076dd4d" id="h-2025-congressional-art-competition-winners" style="color: #064264;">2025 Congressional Art Competition Winners</h3>

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition! This year’s event showcased incredible talent from students across the district, and we’re excited to highlight their achievements.

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<li>1st Place: Edna Hisler by Bobbi Catalano, Gregory-Portland High School</li>

<li>2nd Place: Take Me to Texas by Mia Dorsey, Calallen High School</li>

<li>People’s Choice: Texas Legacy by Kirsten Trevino, Cuero High School</li>

<li>People’s Choice: The Little Ranchhand by Cali Gregory, Gregory-Portland High School</li>
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These students have captured the essence of Texas through their art, and their hard work deserves recognition. Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who participated—your talent truly represents TX-27!

Take Me to Texas by Mia Dorsey

Texas Legacy by Kirsten Trevino

The Little Ranchhand by Cali Gregory

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Conservative Institute: <a href="https://conservativeinstitute.org/conservative-news/some-gop-lawmaker-embrace-cuts-to-pbs-and-npr-while-others-express-reluctance.htm">Some GOP lawmaker embrace cuts to PBS and NPR while others express reluctance</a>

Breitbart: <a href="https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/05/06/republican-study-committee-praises-trump-halting-federal-funding-of-gain-of-function-research-in-controversial-countries/">RSC Praises Trump Halting Federal Funding of Gain-of-Function Research in Controversial Countries</a>

NCPA: <a href="https://ncpa.org/newsroom/qam/2025/05/08/26-house-members-advocate-mdpn-program-changes-protect-pharmacies">26 House members advocate for MDPN program changes to protect pharmacies</a>

Forbes Breaking News: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIVrPx7yJz4">Michael Cloud To Scott Bessent: What Did the Experts ‘Get Wrong’ On Closing The U.S. Wealth Gap?</a>

God Bless,

Michael Cloud Member of Congress

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