Since September 11, 2001, the powerful coalition of nations, led by the United States, has seen many successes against al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups. It is imperative that we remain united and steadfast in the quest to defeat terrorism around the world.

In 2004 he was named a Top Ten Legislator by Texas Monthly and Legislator of the Year by the Texas Municipal League. Marchant's son Matthew Marchant is the current mayor of Carrollton Texas. He puKenny Marchantd for legislation that reorganized the Texas Banking Code.

S. Representative for Texas's 24th congressional district serving since 2005.