Frank Lopez Jr.
Republican | Texas
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Frank Lopez Jr.
Party
Republican
Election Year
2024
Election
Primary
Race
U.S. Rep., Dist.23
Incumbent
No
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EDUCATION
Southwest Texas Junior College, Del Rio, Associate of Arts, 2017
WORK & MILITARY
US Army, Military Policeman, 1984-1987
US Border Patrol, Supervisory Agent/Assistant Chief, 1988-2018 (30 years)
US Border Patrol - Chaplaincy Program, Chaplain, Lead Program Manager, 1998-2006
AFFILIATIONS
Amistad Pregnancy Care Center, Advisory Board Memeber, Val Verde County Republican Party
Chairman, Texas State Republican Executive Committee, Senate District 19 Committeeman
Jesus, The Bread of Life Church, Assistant Pastor, Prisoners Bible Institute
Volunteer, Jesus Loves You Church, Youth Ministry
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Candidate did not provide
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
CONSERVATIVE
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (0)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Julie Clark (2022)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds from federal, state, or local governments (including Title X grants).
Strongly Agree
Chemical abortion drugs should meet essential safety standards (such as in-person consultation with a medical doctor) and require reporting to gather evidence on reactions and outcomes.
Strongly Disagree
I strongly disagree with chemical abortion drugs because they kill or injure children in the womb.
Under what circumstances should an elective abortion be allowed?
None. I strongly disagree with electing (choosing) abortion to kill or injure children in the womb.
Does the federal government have a role to play in limiting abortion, and if so what federal steps and/or federal legislation would you support?
The federal government should not have a role in abortion. Furthermore, using tax dollars to fund abortions, in the US, other countries or elsewhere, should not be allowed. Funding abortion related travel, e.g., U.S. servicemembers, should also not be allowed.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
Freedom of religion is enshrined in the First Amendment. The Founders, having just broken free from England, did not want a state run church. Also, government should not be allowed to encroach, restrict or dictate the affairs of religion.
Individuals and businesses should be required to provide services even if it would violate their moral and/or religious beliefs.
Strongly Disagree
NATIONAL SECURITY
With regard to America's foreign policy, which view most closely resembles yours: A) The United States should intervene whenever freedom is threatened. B) The United States should selectively help countries trying to grow democracy and fight tyranny. C) The United States has become too involved in others' policies and should remain focused on issues regarding our own sovereignty unless in imminent danger. D) The United States should stay out of foreign conflicts completely.
C.
The Chinese Communist Party poses serious military, cyber security, intellectual property, and global economic threats to the United States.
Strongly Agree
Is the United States' relationship with Israel important, and if so why?
Yes. Israel is America's ally in a region where nations have expressed their hostility toward the USA.
What are the causes of decline in U.S. military recruitment and retention?
Allowing progressive (woke) social agenda to degrade readiness. Mandating COVID vax while penalizing those who refused it, feeding our youth to the profit based, endless war machine & woeful veteran care system. Peace through strength deters/dissuades hostile anti-US military actions but these policies are an affront to the type of warrior (idealistic, patriotic) we need to execute our primary military function: fight & destroy America's enemies on several fronts with fury & superiority.
HEALTHCARE
Under what circumstances (if any) should a government, school, or employer be allowed to require vaccinations?
None. It's wrong to mandate without accepting responsibility & not being held liable for side effects, injury and/or death. Some in the pharma industry are solely driven by profit & the relationship with government/military is alarming.
What most closely matches your view on healthcare: A) Healthcare for all should be guaranteed and funded by the government with no private healthcare option. (includes "universal healthcare," "medicare for all," etc.) B) Healthcare insurance funded by the government should be available for all who want it, along with private healthcare options. C) Medicaid and Medicare should remain available, but no other taxpayer-funded programs are necessary. D) Taxpayer funded health care should be abolished in all forms, and Medicaid and Medicare should be defunded.
C.
ECONOMY
What actions would you take that would allow Americans to retain more of their income and wealth?
Taxes steal wealth. I would move to repeal the income tax & abolish the IRS. Identify & eliminate fraud, waste and abuse of federal taxes. Cut expenditures & duplication, reduce/eliminate most foreign aid, stop unfunded mandates, balance the budget.
Student loan forgiveness unfairly shifts the financial burden to those not responsible for student debt.
Strongly Agree
Should environmental and social issues, like ESG (environmental, social, and governance) ratings, be used as criteria in deciding where to invest public monies?
No
IMMIGRATION
The U.S. should do more to physically secure the southern border.
Strongly Agree
Restore consequences and penalties for law breakers. Injury or death resulting from smuggling (drug, human) operations plus child/sex trafficking should face the harshest sentences. De-incentivize illegal entry (no access to taxpayer funded services). Defund NGOs, stop transporting illegal aliens into the interior, apply proven past practices (Operation Streamline, Expedited Removal, Migrant Protection Protocols), and all persons seeking admission into the US must report at a port of entry.
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Immigrating to the US should be regarded as a high privilege for persons willing to undergo a rigorous process to include a US civics course. It should be based on a USA first approach where the needs of our Nation are addressed and strengths are augmented, i.e., skills, professions, qualities, technical expertise.
EDUCATION
I support school choice, including voucher programs, tax credits, charter schools, private schools, and home schools.
Strongly Agree
I support eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and giving control back to states and communities.
Strongly Agree
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support redirecting funds from police departments to community programs.
Strongly Disagree
2ND AMENDMENT
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
None. I believe gun ownership is an element of the unalienable rights granted by God and affirmed by the US Constitution. Gun restriction does not prevent criminals from obtaining guns but limits law abiding citizens. Laws or portions of law that are onerous in respect to gun ownership, should be repealed. The Founders knew an armed populace is necessary as a deterrent or response to tyranny.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
The Supreme Court should be reformed to include more seats.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and religious liberty, which of the following best describes you overall?
Very Conservative
What do you think is the general purpose of government?
Government in our Constitutional Republic should be limited to the most essential functions (protect from invasion, public safety and infrastructure) with minimal intrusion into people's lives. It should be a wise steward of its roles, authority and expenditure of taxes.
Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
No.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
No.
VALUES
Marriage is a God-ordained, sacred and legal union of one man and one woman. No government has the authority to alter this definition.
Strongly Agree
Marriage & the family are essential to preserving our society.
Children are the most vulnerable members of society and must be protected from abuse, including gender ideology, grooming, and bodily mutilation.
Strongly Agree
Aside from these reprehensible practices, kidnapping children for sexual trafficking is an American malaise. Politicians and all manner of institutions & industries (educational, media, entertainment, music, movie, business, sports) are involved with the degradation of children. The Biden policies at the US-Mexico border have contributed to the drugs pouring into our country plus the sexploitation of children and adults. Protecting them means advocating for adoption, fostering & shelters.
Taxpayer funds should be used to provide gender transition services.
Strongly Disagree
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
I am a Christian, an Ordained Minister (non-denominational) & believe in the preeminence of the Bible. As a Constitutional (limited gov't) Conservative, I marvel at the genius of our Founding Fathers and Constitution Framers. I believe Providence, rugged individualism and entrepreneurship formed our Nation. Spiritual fellowship, outdoor recreation, prolific reading, mentoring and military service (apart from wokeness) are beneficial. Patriotism is essential to preserving the American way of life. The pursuit of excellence in workmanship is a worthy goal. Civic and charitable volunteerism are to be highly regarded. I believe Israel is the Biblical home of the Jewish people.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
I agree with Critical Race Theory (CRT) which asserts that the institutions in the United States are fundamentally racist.
Strongly Disagree
Biological males should not be allowed to participate in women's sports or occupy biological women's spaces whether it be bathrooms, locker rooms, sorority houses, women's shelters, or prison.
Strongly Agree
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Man-made climate change is a global threat and requires urgent political action.
Strongly Disagree
What do you believe is the most reliable energy source that will supply the growing demand for electricity?
Fossil fuels are the most reliable energy source.
