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Republican infighting flares after Burrows elected speaker

The Texas House kicked off the 2025 session by electing an establishment Republican to lead the chamber, drawing criticism from within the GOP.

The Texas Tribune

The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.

From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott appoints Democrat-turned-Republican Rep. Shawn Thierry to juvenile justice board

Thierry became a Republican cause celebré for breaking with Democrats over her views on transgender rights.

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Trump ignores Jimmy Carter mourning period and returns flags to full height at Mar-a-Lago

Trump has expressed annoyance that flags will be at half-staff during the inauguration

The Independent UK

Texas Sends Firefighters To Aid California Wildfire Response

Texas Governor Abbott announces deployment of resources to aid California's wildfire response efforts. Solidarity and support emphasized in times of crisis.

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Texas Gave $1 Million in Expert Contracts to Defend Border Buoys in Court

Records reveal additional costs of the controversial Rio Grande barrier that the governor describes as “low-cost.”

Texas Observer

Can these 5 bills to expand voting access in Texas win bipartisan support in the Legislature?

Proposals to allow online registration and broaden photo ID options may have a chance to advance, supporters say.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas's Abbot Vows to Boost Anti-Terror Efforts, Target 'Special Interest Migrants' After New Orleans Attack

Abbott's directives outline 11 initiatives focused on prevention, protection and mitigation, emphasizing collaboration between state and federal agencies

Latin Times

Texas Medical Board director retires after uproar over his Planned Parenthood employment

Conservative lawmakers claimed credit for Dr. Robert Bredt’s retirement after it came out he also worked at a Planned Parenthood-affiliated lab.

The Texas Tribune

“I just don’t really recognize the Republican Party”: Ousted state Rep. Steve Allison goes down swinging

Allison lost his primary last year, after being targeted by his party over his vote to kill school vouchers.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott directs DPS to bolster anti-terrorism efforts after New Orleans attack

The governor is calling for an expansion of in-state anti-terrorism programs and an increase in federal partnerships.

The Texas Tribune

Jimmy Blacklock named new chief justice of the Texas Supreme Court

Blacklock replaces Nathan Hecht, the longest serving justice on the high court. Gov. Greg Abbott also appointed his general counsel, James Sullivan, to the bench.

The Texas Tribune

Nearly 54% of extreme conservatives say the federal government should use violence to stop illegal immigration

Donald Trump’s anti-immigrant rhetoric has been a staple of his political career, but his attacks on undocumented migrants turned more ominous during his 2024 presidential campaign.

The Conversation

Four Tren de Aragua Members Infiltrate Migrant Group to Cross Texas Border, Arrested

The gang members were part of a larger group of migrants, including unaffiliated individuals and families.

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Rep. Mihaela Plesa survived a heated GOP challenge. Here’s how she thinks Democrats can prevail.

Plesa, a Dallas Democrat, said the party should embrace bipartisanship, and start talking about economic issues.

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Texas DPS Investigating Bourbon Street Attack In New Orleans

Governor Abbott takes swift action post-Bourbon Street attack, prioritizing safety and thorough investigation.

Salon

Abbott botches Jimmy Carter condolences

Rosalynn Carter passed away in Nov. 2023 at the age of 96

The Independent UK

Greg Abbott mistakenly sends condolences to Jimmy Carter’s dead wife

Greg Abbott’s office issued a new statement hours after the first gaffe was released

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Greg Abbott Offered His Condolences To Jimmy Carter's Wife After His Passing. She Died Last Year

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sent his condolences late President Jimmy Carter's family, specifically to Rosalynn Carter despite the fact that she died last year.

The Guardian - US

Greg Abbott sent condolences to Jimmy Carter’s wife – who had been dead a year

Texas governor mocked for statement about former president directed at Rosalynn Carter, who died in November 2023

Latin Times

Greg Abbott Offered His Condolences to Jimmy Carter's Wife After His Passing. She Died Last Year

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sent his condolences late President Jimmy Carter's family, specifically to Rosalynn Carter despite the fact that she died last year.

Latin Times

Migrant Teen Who Abandoned Baby in Houston Dumpster Didn't Seek Medical Care Due to Fear of Deportation

Advocates point to Gov. Greg Abbott's mandate for hospitals to question patients' citizenship suggesting it further deters vulnerable women from seeking care.

The Independent UK

Powerful thunderstorms threaten Texas and Louisiana, delaying holiday travel

Parts of Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas are under severe weather watches as the National Weather Service predicts a storm system in the Gulf of Mexico could bring high winds, hail and possible tornadoes to the region

The Texas Tribune

2024: The year in photos

A look at some of the best photos from the stories we published over the last year.

The Independent UK

Texas buys billboards in Central America warning migrants of danger of rape and abuse on journey to US

Critics argue migrants already know the risks of journey and restrictive policies put border-crossers at further risk

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