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Texas Democrats ask hard questions after midterm election losses

AUSTIN, Texas — High-ranking Texas Democrats have sought to numb acute pain from a drubbing they took in this month’s midterm election by accentuating the positive:

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Republicans make marginal gains in South Texas as Democratic power wanes

The Rio Grande Valley has long been a Democratic stronghold in Texas. Republicans invested heavily there but didn't see major gains. Still, marginal progress has Democrats worried.

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Second immigrant bus arrives in Philadelphia from Texas, activists wonder if more are coming soon

PHILADELPHIA — A second bus carrying immigrants from Texas arrived in Philadelphia on Monday morning, a twice-in-six-days sequel that propelled the city to offer fresh welcome to more weary, uncertain travelers from the border.

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Second bus carrying immigrants arrives in Philadelphia from Texas, sent by Gov. Greg Abbott

PHILADELPHIA — A second bus carrying immigrants from Texas arrived in Philadelphia Monday morning, a twice-in-six-days sequel that propelled the city to offer fresh welcome to more weary, uncertain travelers from the border.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Cryptocurrency firm FTX’s fall pains industry, but Texas stays optimistic

FTX’s bankruptcy has been a painful setback for the industry. But many legislators, investors and enthusiasts remain believers in making Texas crypto’s top destination.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Guard to send tank-like military vehicles to the border

A document obtained by The Texas Tribune and Army Times shows that the Vietnam-era M113 armored personnel carriers will be sent to 10 locations along the Texas-Mexico border.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott embraces “invasion” language about border, evoking memories of El Paso massacre

In the days since Abbott was reelected for a third term, he has embraced the word like never before, using it in a letter to President Joe Biden, echoing the intensifying language many Republicans have adopted in recent years.

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GOP fell short in Latino-heavy areas along US-Mexico border

The Republican Party set its sights on South Texas and other areas around the U.S.-Mexico border in the 2022 midterm elections in part of its push for a so-called “red wave” to usher in a large House majority.

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Texas governor wants to deploy gunboats on Mexico border with emergency 'invasion' powers

Executive order would allow state to devote more than $4bn toward border security

The Independent UK

Rangers to host 2024 All-Star Game at Globe Life Field

DALLAS — The All-Star Game is returning to Arlington, Texas.

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What Greg Abbott’s decisive win over Beto O’Rourke portends for his future

After defeating O’Rourke — Texas’ most promising Democrat in recent history — Abbott begins his third term in a strong position, with a rising national profile and a governing mandate in the eyes of fellow Republicans.

The Texas Tribune

GOP fell short in Latino-heavy areas along U.S-Mexico border - Roll Call

Republican efforts to lean into immigration concerns fell short on the border, along with a lackluster GOP showing nationwide.

Roll Call

Sick and ‘frightened’ child taken to hospital after Greg Abbott migrant bus arrives in Philadelphia

A bus carrying 28 migrants from Texas has arrived in Philadelphia, including a 10-year-old girl suffering from dehydration and a high fever who was whisked to a hospital for treatment

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Donald Trump said he won all of Texas’ border counties. He didn’t.

In announcing his third run for president, Donald Trump said Gov. Greg Abbott called to congratulate him for winning “every single area along the border.” Democrats won many of those counties in 2016 and 2020.

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Factbox-Which Republicans could run for president in 2024?

Former U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to runfor the White House again in 2024 has potential rivals gearing up to take on a divisive Republican leader left bruised by his party's midterm election losses.

The Independent UK

Texas sends next busload of migrants to Philadelphia

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says Philadelphia will be the next destination for migrants the state is transporting from the U.S.-Mexico border by the thousands to Democratic-led locales

The Texas Tribune

Harris County’s election missteps fuel GOP lawsuit and calls for investigation

Scattered paper ballot shortages and late openings of polling places were among the glitches that prompted calls for scrutiny from statewide Republican officials.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott expands Texas’ migrant busing plan to Philadelphia

Abbott said Philadelphia’s mayor has “long-celebrated and fought for sanctuary city status, making the city an ideal addition to Texas’ list of drop-off locations.”

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Texas Gov. Abbott raised $400,000 to bus migrants to Democratic-led cities

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott raised $401,000 from private donations to help fund his operation to bus migrants from the southern border to Democratic-leaning cities.

Los Angeles Times

Jean Guerrero: The rise of the MAGA Latino isn't real, but it could be in 2024

The hyped-up rise of the red-capped MAGA Latino, much like the "red wave," failed to materialize in last week's midterm elections.

The Texas Tribune

Despite GOP gains across the state, voters in the Austin-area suburb of Round Rock rejected conservative school board candidates

Slates of conservative candidates endorsed by the Republican Party of Texas failed to flip school boards in several suburban races across Texas, including in Round Rock and Wylie.

The Texas Tribune

Beto O’Rourke’s campaign reflects on failed governor race

In a press call Monday, O’Rourke’s team reflected on its failures during the election, but said Gov. Greg Abbott had the advantage with his ability to attract media attention and rely on” established narratives” that historically favor Republicans.

Tribune News Service

Texas Gov. Abbott wants investigation into Election Day problems in Harris County

FORT WORTH, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday asked the attorney general’s office and Texas Rangers to investigate Election Day problems in Harris County.

The Texas Tribune

Texas lawmakers target property taxes, election fraud and transgender people in new legislation ahead of 2023 session

Thousands of bills are expected to be filed for the legislative session that begins in January. Lawmakers are expected to have a budget surplus when they return to Austin.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Republicans prefer Ron DeSantis to Donald Trump for 2024, new GOP poll finds

The new poll shows a shift in support for the former president, who was the clear favorite among Texas Republicans in an October poll.

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