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Texas Gov. Abbott Directs State Agencies To Assist Federal Immigration Officers in Deportation Efforts

Abbott, a fierce Trump ally, signed a series of executive orders to collaborate with the federal government in deportation efforts in the Lone Star State.

Latin Times

Trump’s tariffs have even his supporters in Texas nervous

Trump has vowed punishing tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, which are Texas’ biggest international trading partners.

The Texas Tribune

Many new moms in Texas don’t know they qualify for a year of Medicaid, doctors say

“Now that we have this coverage, what do we do to make sure women can get it?,” one health advocate said.

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Greg Abbott orders state agencies to cooperate with Trump’s deportation efforts

The move comes just days after federal agents launched immigration operations in various Texas cities.

The Texas Tribune

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick outlines sweeping conservative agenda with list of top 25 legislative priorities

Restrict THC, help with deportations, infuse religion in schools and provide property tax relief – these are among the Patrick priorities.

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Abbott orders state police to help federal agents with immigration enforcement

According to the governor, 5,400 immigrants in Texas have a warrant for their arrest.

The Texas Tribune

Public Education Bills: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Conservative state lawmakers have filed hundreds of bills targeting the school finance system, LGBTQ+ students, undocumented immigrant children, and more.

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Abbott sends state troops to U.S.-Mexico border to work with Border Patrol

The 400 members of a special tactical unit left bases in Houston and Fort Worth on Monday morning, according to the governor’s office.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Sending Hundreds of 'Tactical Border Force' Soldiers To Help With Immigration Crackdown

Governor Greg Abbott said 400 soldiers will be deployed

Latin Times

Texas National Guard Sending 400 More Troops To Border

Governor Abbott deploys 400 Texas National Guard members to US-Mexico border to enhance security efforts.

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I study democracy worldwide − here’s how Texas is eroding human rights, free expression and civil liberties

While concerns about the future of American democracy dominate headlines worldwide, millions of Texans are already seeing a rapid decline in democratic standards.

The Conversation

Several bills filed to weaken vaccine mandates as more Texas families opt out of immunizations

Emboldened by Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s nomination and disdain for pandemic-era mandates, skeptics are pushing for bills to make it easier to opt out of vaccines.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Governor Spent $11 Billion On Border Security. Now He Wants Federal Reimbursement

Greg Abbott sent letters to Congress, urging federal support to cover Texas' multibillion-dollar Operation Lone Star expenditures.

Latin Times

Feds drop charges against Texas doctor accused of leaking transgender care data

Dr. Eithan Haim of Dallas had faced four counts for wrongfully disclosing the individually identifiable health information of underage patients at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston.

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Watch top Texas business and political leaders discuss the state’s future under Donald Trump

Gov. Greg Abbott, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, business leaders and Texans tabbed for President Donald Trump’s cabinet gathered in Washington last weekend to discuss the new administration.

Latin Times

How Texas, Florida Republican Governors Are Supporting Trump's Mass Deportations

Both states are expected to play key roles in the execution of mass deportations.

The Texas Tribune

Gaza ceasefire brings bittersweet relief to Texans with ties to the war-torn region

Israeli and Palestinian supporters in Texas welcome the tenuous halt to the war sparked by a 2023 attack with cautious optimism.

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State lawmakers ask education agency for guidance on how Texas schools can respond to Trump’s immigration plans

More than two dozen Texas Democrats expressed concern about the elimination of a federal policy preventing immigration arrests at schools.

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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.

Reason

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.

The Texas Tribune

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

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 Guardian - US

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 Texas Tribune

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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