'Where's John Cornyn?': Twitter users theorize Texas senator's location in wake of winter storms

by: Russell Falcon Posted: Feb 21, 2021 / 08:32 AM CST / Updated: Feb 21, 2021 / 08:37 AM CST File photo of U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas. (Nexstar File Photo/Phil Prazan) AUSTIN (KXAN) — As several state, local and national politicians move to help Texans receive winter storm aid, many in the Lone Star State are noting the “silence” of Republican Senator John Cornyn — especially in the wake of the state’s other senator, Ted Cruz, sparking outrage with a flight to Cancun last week. On Sunday, “WheresCornyn?” and “WheresJohnCornyn” both appeared on Twitter’s trending page, with many knocking the senator’s response to the devastating storms and lack of visibility in their wake. Increased pressure for the senator to have a more vigorous response also come in the wake of notable lawmakers and former lawmakers, like U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and former Texas Representative Beto O’Rourke, worked to get Texans water, food and shelter. Last week, Ocasio-Cortez launched a relief fundraiser that eventually raked in over $3 million. The New York Senator then helped at a Houston supply distribution event. Meanwhile, O’Rourke helped run a virtual phone bank to connect senior citizens with resources. We’ve now raised $2 MILLION…
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