ELECTION ALERT: Tea Party Express Endorses Nathaniel Moran and Monica De La Cruz in Texas

For Immediate Release: February 28, 2022

Sacramento, CA: Tea Party Express, the nation’s largest Tea Party political action committee, is pleased to announce its endorsement of Monica De La Cruz for the primary election in Texas’ 15th Congressional District and Judge Nathaniel Moran in Texas’ First Congressional District.

Tea Party Express Co-Founder and Chief Strategist Sal Russo said, “We are excited to support both Monica De La Cruz and Nathaniel Moran for Congress because they are principled conservatives who will champion the Tea Party principles of limited government, lower taxes and economic freedom.

Tea Party Express National Grassroots Director Kay Rivoli, Congressional Candidate Monica De La Cruz, Tea Party Express Chief Strategist Sal Russo and Congressional Candidate Nathaniel Moran

Texas’ First Congressional District. “Judge Moran has an impressive record of public service while serving as a Tyler City Councilman and now as a Smith County Judge since 2016. His efforts at making government more efficient for the people has resulted in Smith County having one of the lowest property tax rates in Texas. He has pointed to Ronald Reagan as his inspiration working in government, citing the former President for saying ‘…man is not free unless government is limited.’ Judge Moran is committed to fighting against the continual intrusiveness of the federal government, preferring to leave more decisions to families and individuals.

Congressional Candidate Nathaniel Moran

“We were also impressed with Judge Moran’s demonstrated commitment to his community, where he has been extremely active in volunteering for local charities, including the Cancer Foundation for Life, Boy Scouts of America, Discovery Science Place and many more, along with serving as a Sunday School teacher for the past several years. He has worked tirelessly to help Republicans at both the local and state level, pursuing the election of strong conservatives. He will be a strong advocate for the values of personal liberty and family values, and he has earned our strong endorsement.” Russo concluded.

“We were also impressed with Judge Moran’s demonstrated commitment to his community, where he has been extremely active in volunteering for local charities, including the Cancer Foundation for Life, Boy Scouts of America, Discovery Science Place and many more, along with serving as a Sunday School teacher for the past several years. He has worked tirelessly to help Republicans at both the local and state level, pursuing the election of strong conservatives. He will be a strong advocate for the values of personal liberty and family values, and he has earned our strong endorsement.” Russo concluded.

Statements of Support:

  • State Senator Bryan Hughes: “Nathaniel Moran is a true freedom-loving East Texan. He has shown time and time again his commitment to our deeply held values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. This was never more evident than in his response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Judge Moran has not wavered from his commitment to protect our individual liberty while keeping our community safe.”
  • State Representative Matt Schaefer: “Character and conservative values matter. Nathaniel Moran is solid. I will have peace of mind knowing Nathaniel is my voice in Washington pushing back against Joe Biden’s harmful agenda. Nathaniel Moran has my full support! Vote for Moran for Congressional District 1 in the March Republican primary!”
  • Endorsed by 12 County Sheriffs: Bowie County Sheriff Jeff Neal, Camp County Sheriff John Cortelyou, Cass County Sheriff Larry Rowe, Franklin County Sheriff Ricky Jones, Gregg County Sheriff Maxey Cerliano, Harrison County Sheriff Brandon “BJ” Fletcher, Marion County Sheriff David Capps, Rusk County Sheriff Johnwayne Valdez, Sabine County Sheriff Thomas N. Maddox, San Augustine County Sheriff Robert Cartwright, Smith County Sheriff Larry Smith, Upshur County Sheriff Larry Webb.
  • JoAnn Fleming, Grassroots America – We the People PAC: “Nathaniel Moran’s record as a fiscal conservative is proven in his outstanding service as County Judge for Smith County. We know Nathaniel Moran to be a humble man of virtue and a listener, but we are also confident he will not bend to political pressures from the Swamp. Nathaniel Moran doesn’t just profess to be a conservative. His record proves he is a conservative. Please join us in supporting Nathaniel Moran to represent conservative East Texas.” 
  • Stacy McMahan, East Texans for Liberty
  • Cherokee Rose Republican Women’s Club PAC 
Tea Party Express National Grassroots Director Kay Rivoli, Congressional Candidate Monica De La Cruz, and Tea Party Express Chief Strategist Sal Russo

Texas’ 15th Congressional District.  “Monica De La Cruz has been a pioneering businesswoman with deep roots in the Rio Grande Valley, which is undergoing a sharp political change in direction by abandoning Democrats and embracing Republicans as better able to address the problems facing south Texas. She had a humble upbringing, but took advantage of opportunities to attend the University of Texas at San Antonio.  Starting her own insurance agency where she was honored as one of the top 50 agents in the United States, Monica is a perfect model for the American Dream.  She is determined to provide strong ladders of opportunity for people in this area who value faith, family, and hard work.  

“Monica understands that we are seeing the costs of excessive government spending and growing federal deficits.  The weakening economy and raging inflation are a direct result of run-away government spending promoted by President Joe Biden and the out-of-touch Democrats in Congress.  The burden falls on the working people that predominate in south Texas.  She is committed to stopping deficit spending and adding a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution so that uncontrolled spending can be permanently stopped.  As a supporter of the Trump tax cuts, she has pledged to make sure they will not expire to the detriment of people who benefited from the strong economy we had before Democrats took control.  We are honored to stand and support Monica De La Cruz to be the first Republican to represent this formerly Democratic part of Texas,” Russo concluded.

  • Ken & Theresa Kiel – Seguin, TX:  Guadalupe County Clerk, Teresa Kiel, and her husband, Ken Kiel have been hoping to get conservative U.S. Congress leadership for Guadalupe County for years. “While there are several quality candidates for CD 15, we feel like the best overall choice for the Republican primary is Monica De La Cruz. Her showing in the last election cycle, her continued involvement in Guadalupe County over the past few years, her support staff that is in place and the monetary backing which is a necessity in these types of congressional races make Monica the best option for the Republican nominee. We are on the verge of flipping this district and Monica is the one to make this happen.”
  • Tony Torres – Business Owner:  “I support Monica because she supports a government that is by the people and for the people. A hardworking entrepreneur willing to fight for the people for our Bill of Rights. She’s a Patriot!”
  • Grace Wilson – Community Advocate:  “Monica De La Cruz has a deep belief in God, Family & Country. She will secure our borders, secure our rights & will fight the socialists in Washington DC.”

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