U.S. Rep. Brandon Gill wants to recognize Trump’s impact by placing his likeness on the nation’s most circulated banknote.
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Department of Homeland Security Repeals Mayorkas Restrictions on ICE Agents
U.S. Border Patrol has reportedly been instructed to halt its release of illegal aliens under Notices to Appear in court.
President Trump Issues Key Border Security Executive Actions
Trump upheld a series of “day one” promises related to border security made over the course of his presidential campaign.
Texans Celebrate Trump’s Inauguration and Promise of Golden Age
Many of Trump’s first executive actions are expected to address pressing issues including the southern border crisis that has hit Texas hard.
US Rep. Luttrell Introduces Legislation to Combat Human Trafficking
The legislation would provide state and local law enforcement jurisdictions with federal criminal justice funding to fight human trafficking.
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AG Paxton Pursues Lawsuit Against Pfizer for ‘Knowingly Misrepresenting’ COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy
Paxton’s office first sued Pfizer in November 2023, accusing the company of lying about a 95 percent efficacy rate for its COVID-19 vaccine.
Court Order Blocks Biden Administration From Auctioning Off Border Wall
The court order confirms an agreement reached between Texas and the U.S. Department of Justice.
Attorney General Paxton: Major US Banks Withdraw From Net-Zero Banking Alliance
His victory lap follows the withdrawal of Bank of America, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo from the United Nations group.
Trump Pledges to Reverse Biden Ban on Offshore Oil Drilling
The act evoked by Biden, however, may make it difficult for Trump to reverse the ban.
1.4 Million Foreign Nationals Enter US Through Controversial Biden Admin Programs
The Biden administration’s CBP One app and CHNV Parole Program have allowed 1.4 million individuals to cross the border.
AG Ken Paxton Files Motion To Stop Biden Administration From Auctioning Border Wall Segments
Paxton says the Biden administration would violate a federal court order if it sold sections of the wall purchased with funds to secure the border.
ICE Arrests Senegalese National Wanted for Murder, First Encountered in Eagle Pass
Gora Tourie Fall was first encountered in April 2021 but was released into the United States on parole.
Congressmen Press Texas Children’s Hospital to Answer for Child Sex Change Program
The letter asks for all documents and communications relating to the hospital’s resumption of gender mutilation procedures and whistleblower Dr. Eithan Haim.
Lawmakers Urge Biden to Provide Updates on Rescue of Houston Journalist Captured in Syria
Austin Tice is a Marine Corps veteran, freelance journalist, and Houston native who was abducted in 2012 while reporting on the unrest in Syria.
Federal Judge Blocks Biden Rule Providing Health Insurance to Illegal Aliens
Texas and 18 other Republican-led states challenged the rule that required legal citizens to fund health insurance for DACA recipients.
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US Lawmakers from Texas Demand Federal Adherence to Immigration Laws
Over 30 lawmakers are demanding that the Biden-Harris administration adhere to federal immigration laws, specifically the DNA Fingerprint Act.
US Reps. Roy, Weber Demand Biden-Harris Admin Help Texas Identify Non-citizen Voters
Texas lawmakers seek voter roll data in continued election integrity efforts.
Texas Agriculture Organizations Urge Congress to Block Cattle EID Tag Requirement
Several Texas organizations signed a letter urging Congress to block the USDA’s rule mandating EID ear tags for cattle and bison.
US Supreme Court Allows Injunction to Stand Blocking Biden-Harris Abortion Law
Texas argued the federal guidance would force medical providers to act against state law.
Texas Among 29 States With Known Terrorist Cases
A report identified more than 50 cases of Islamic terrorism across the U.S. between April 2021 and September 2024.
ICE Arrests Venezuelan Gang Member Who Entered Illegally via Texas
Javier Jose Albornoz Marchan is part of the Tren de Aragua gang.
Texas Lawmakers Urge Congress to Pass Farm Bill
140 members of Congress are calling for passage of the new farm bill before the end of the year.
Report: CBP, ICE Failed to Assess Risks of Releasing Noncitizens Without Identification
TSA was similarly exposed in the report for failing to evaluate risks of allowing foreign nationals to take domestic flights.
US Supreme Court to Weigh in on Effort to Store Nuclear Waste in West Texas
The eventual ruling could set a precedent for how federal agencies approve nuclear waste projects elsewhere.
Poll: Texas Voters Believe Colin Allred, Kamala Harris Will Restrict Gun Rights
A plurality also said they oppose an assault weapons ban.