President Trump Invites Congressman Gonzalez to White House

Press Release

Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) on Monday night met with President Donald Trump for a private dinner at the White House to strengthen bipartisan consensus between Congress and the President's administration. He is one of only a handful of Democrats in the country to meet with the President.

During the meeting, Congressman Gonzalez and President Trump spoke about infrastructure modernization, border security, tax reform, and repatriating deported veterans back to the United States.

"I represent a diverse and growing constituency and I am dedicated to working on behalf of all--regardless of political party," Congressman Gonzalez said. "President Trump and I may not agree on everything but I felt it was important for him to hear the needs of those in the 15th District of Texas. And I also feel that it is important for us to work together for the American people on issues where we can find common ground to improve our region and the country."

Congressman Gonzalez, a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus and the Blue Dog Coalition, is a firm supporter of overcoming congressional gridlock in order to pass proactive legislation, and his meeting with President Trump is a critical first step to garner support across the aisle.

"President Trump was cordial and respectful, and he vowed to work with me on issues important to Texas," Congressman Gonzalez said. "While people may have varying opinions about President Trump, he is our president and we must work with him. I certainly hope we will. As the dinner concluded, President Trump said to me: "see you in Texas.' I welcome him to Texas and our district any time."

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