178 years ago, on December 29, 1845, Texas was annexed by the United States Congress, becoming the 28th state to join the Union. The annexation, which ended Texas's status as an independent republic, led to the Mexican-American War and the U.S. acquiring a significant portion of the southwest. The anniversary prompted Texas representatives to express pride in the state's unique history and culture, with one noting 'God Bless Texas!' and emphasizing the 'Texas spirit.' Remarks also included a commitment to 'fight for North Texas families,' criticism of the federal government for 'falling short (purposefully),' and praise for Amarillo's representative, John Smithee, for his 'unwavering principles and values,' including his 'fight against the persecution of Ken Paxton and opposition to the LGBT+ agenda.'
On this day in 1845, Texas joined the Union as the 28th state—a momentous event that echoes through time. Our unique history and culture is a constant reminder of the Texas spirit.
178 years ago today: the Republic of Texas joined the United States Today, the federal government is falling short (purposefully) and Texas is well within its rights to defend its people https://t.co/WFozEsEJ6r
Amarillo is lucky to have one of the most honorable representatives in all of Texas. John Smithee's fight against the persecution of Ken Paxton and his opposition to the LGBT+ agenda reflects his unwavering principles and values. https://t.co/pry3OxEaOv
#OTD in 1845, Texas became the 28th state to join the Union. I am proud to call the Lone Star State home and honored to represent the 32nd District and fight for North Texas families in Congress. https://t.co/Asd7S3AJVu
Good morning! Today in 1845, the US annexed the Republic of Texas. This move led to the Mexican-American War which resulted in massive territorial gains for the US in the West. https://t.co/dp7eYfJZ4j
God Bless Texas! 🇺🇸 On December 29, 1845—the Lone Star State became the 28th State to become a part of our great Unites States. https://t.co/Ezc3VQRoXl
On this day in 1845, the United States Congress voted to annex Texas. @TxStHistAssoc
Today in 1845, the great state of Texas became the 28th state in the Union! https://t.co/7kb4pCgq1x
On #ThisDayInHistory in 1845, Texas entered the Union. Texas was an independent republic until Congress approved its annexation. The Mexican-American War ignited soon after, leading to the U.S. gaining nearly all of the modern day southwest. https://t.co/mDvbsAJbRj