Corpus Christi Sun

Congressman Michael Cloud, representing Texas' 27th district, has been vocal about various legislative measures through his social media presence. His recent tweets highlight his stance on government spending and firearm regulations.

On February 1, 2025, Cloud emphasized the need for more efficient use of taxpayer money. He criticized "frivolous spending on self-promotion and propaganda" by the federal government and introduced the SWAG Act to address this issue. The proposed legislation aims to "ensure taxpayer dollars are no longer spent on these wasteful gimmicks." "The American people demand a better return on their investment from the federal government than frivolous spending on self-promotion and propaganda."

Two days later, on February 3, 2025, Cloud announced another legislative initiative with the SHUSH Act. This act targets bureaucratic inefficiencies related to firearm suppressors by eliminating unnecessary red tape and federal taxes while preventing state overreach. Cloud stated that it would treat suppressors like any other firearm accessory. "The SHUSH Act puts an end to unnecessary bureaucratic red tape, eliminates the federal tax, and prevents state overreach by treating suppressors like any other firearm accessory."

Later that same day, Cloud posted a brief tweet highlighting leadership in America with an accompanying image or link. "This is what real American leadership looks like "