Texans in the Middle East
For too long, Iran and its tentacles of terror have destabilized the Middle East and waged an all-out assault on the West and our values. With today’s strikes by U.S. forces led by our Commander-in-Chief, President Trump, there is finally an opening for these dark days to come to an end.
It is my hope that the Iranian people, after years of oppression and being ignored by previous Democrat administrations, will finally be free, and I’m proud of the support being provided by President Trump and the United States. ”
“May God bless the men and women of our armed forces, our Israeli military partners, and all those who stand with us in our mission against the purveyor of terrorism and radical Islam that is the Islamic Republic of Iran. Over the last several days, the support for Israel has been overwhelming. It transcends party lines, religion, race, and ethnicity. This is not an issue of opinion. This is a battle between right and wrong, good and evil.
If you are an American traveling in the Middle East, you should enroll in the U.S. Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) using the instructions below. It is a free service that sends email updates and alerts from U.S. embassies and consulates abroad. Texans abroad should also follow the State Department at @travelgov on social media or the WhatsApp channel “U.S. Department of State – Security Updates for U.S. Citizens.
If you need emergency assistance, the State Department can be reached at +1-202-501-4444 from overseas and at +1-888-407-4747 from the U.S. and Canada.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office if you have additional questions or concerns. You can contact my office HERE.
How STEP works:
Follow these simple instructions to start using the STEP program:
- Create a STEP account – Set up a free, secure account online by clicking here or going to step.state.gov to start receiving embassy and consulate notifications.
- Register your trip – Log in to STEP and register your travel details, including location and duration of your visit.
- Receive updates and alerts – Once you sign up, you’ll receive alerts and updates related to your destination for the time period of your choosing.
- Modify your settings – When your travel plans change, simply update your information in STEP. This ensures the embassy or consulate has the most accurate data to help you in any situation.
Texans in the Middle East who are in need of assistance can enroll in the State Department’s STEP program at the link below.