Washington, Feb. 23 -- Congressman Marc Veasey issued the following press release:

Today, Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) announced that Rabbi David Stern, Senior Rabbi of Temple Emanu-El in Dallas, Texas - the largest synagogue in the South and Southwest - will join him as his guest at the State of the Union Address on Tuesday.

For nearly four decades, Rabbi Stern has helped guide one of North Texas' most historic congregations with a focus on faith, education, and social justice. Most recently, he has highlighted the human rights injustices currently being perpetrated in our communities through immigration practices by the Trump administration.

"I am proud to announce that Rabbi Stern will be attending next week's State of the Union Ad...