Monica De La Cruz, a U.S. Congress member representing Texas’ 15th district since 2023, shared several updates on her Twitter account regarding recent developments and assistance efforts for her constituents.
On May 9, 2025, De La Cruz announced that “Attention STX Farmers and Producers! The emergency aid I fought for is now available to support local farmers, ranchers, and producers impacted by Mexico’s failure to meet its water delivery under the 1944 Water Treaty.” She emphasized the importance of this funding in supporting agricultural communities affected by this international issue.
Later that day, De La Cruz addressed the impact of severe weather in Jim Wells County. In a tweet posted at 16:12 UTC, she stated “Last night’s severe weather in Jim Wells County caused major power outages and damage. Please stay safe and use caution around downed power lines.” She reassured constituents that her team was coordinating with local officials to assist South Texans in their recovery efforts.
In another update on May 9, De La Cruz highlighted an individual case handled by her office. She reported that “Barbara Ann Lorton, a longtime Seguin resident, contacted my district office after finding out she had been wrongly placed on the Social Security Death File.” Her team successfully resolved the issue by providing necessary documentation and assistance.
Monica De La Cruz was born in Brownsville, Texas in 1974 and currently resides in McAllen. She graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS).
