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Greg Abbott seeks $11 billion in federal reimbursements for border security

In a letter to U.S. congressional leaders, the governor blamed previous border security policy for leaving Texas “defenseless,” forcing state officials to spend billions.

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Why Texas Lawmakers Tried To Stop America's First 'Shaken Baby Syndrome' Execution

Robert Roberson was sentenced to death based on outdated and largely discredited scientific evidence.

Reason

School choice, vouchers and the future of Texas education

Vouchers would let parents use public funds to pay for their kids’ private education. Learn about how they could work and the political battle around them.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas budget writers prioritize school vouchers, teacher raises and border security in early drafts

Both chambers set aside $1 billion for a voucher-like education savings account program — double what was on the table two years ago — in a sign that supporters are emboldened after recent electoral gains.

The Texas Tribune

Texas’s anti-immigrant measures hint at extremes Trump second term may bring

The state’s Operation Lone Star inflicted harsh treatment on people crossing the border from Mexico

The Guardian - US

Gov. Greg Abbott wants to extend Texas’ DEI ban to K-12 schools

In 2023, Texas passed a DEI ban at the state’s public universities. Now Abbott wants the state to stop funding diversity programs in K-12 schools.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Democrats hope to benefit after boosting Dustin Burrows to House speaker

The Democrats’ short list of possible benefits: A leader who learned to keep promises, a chance at chairing committees, and what they see as more chances for a fairer playing field.

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Who Is Mike Banks, The Texas Border Czar Set To Be The Next CBP Chief

Banks played a key role in Texas' Operation Lone Star, an initiative aimed at countering record levels of migrant crossings

Latin Times

ACLU To Launch 'Robust Challenge' To Trump's Mass Deportations As Soon As He Takes Office

The civil rights organization will file lawsuits and campaigns to challenge state-backed mass deportations, oppose detention centers, and defend immigrant rights nationwide.

Latin Times

Feds refer Texas’ Harvey funding discrimination case to Justice Department

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development confirmed its finding that Texas unfairly favored white residents in rural areas when it distributed $1 billion in Harvey aid in 2021.

The Texas Tribune

Trump to tap Texas “border czar” to lead U.S. Border Patrol, report says

Mike Banks, a former Border Patrol agent, has served in his current role as a special advisor to Gov. Greg Abbott since January 2023.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Reduces Illegal Crossings By 87% Through Operation Lonestar

Texas Governor Abbott's initiatives lead to a significant decrease in illegal crossings and criminal arrests, targeting Tren de Aragua gang activity.

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Rep. Dustin Burrows voted Texas House speaker in blow to insurgent GOP movement

Burrows defeated Rep. David Cook with a coalition of Republican and Democratic votes.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott threatens Texas A&M president’s job over claim that university broke DEI ban

Abbott's comments came after A&M invited staffers and students to attend a conference that a conservative activist said broke the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

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Texas Governor Orders State Officials to Ignore Jimmy Carter Mourning Period, Raise Flags to Full-Staff for Trump

Gov. Greg Abbott is the first state leader to defy President Biden's order to fly flags at half-staff during a 30-day mourning period for Jimmy Carter.

The Texas Tribune

Texas House to pick new speaker, concluding brutal proxy war

The new speaker will have a dramatic impact on the direction of this year’s lawmaking — and potentially the future of the Legislature.

The Texas Tribune

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.

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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.

The Independent UK

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

Top News

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.

Texas Observer

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.”

The Texas Tribune

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.

Latin Times

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

The Texas Tribune

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.

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