A new report argues that the "pandemic could have been prevented" if the Chinese Communist Party and the World Health Organization had followed proper protocol with the coronavirus outbreak.
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FederalTexas Lawmakers Call for Moving the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Away from China
Daniel FriendMay 26, 2020
Concerned about a reliance on China for pharmaceuticals, several Texas legislators in Congress have introduced bills aimed at moving the supply chain to the U.S. or allies.
FederalTexas Lawmakers Respond to Chinese Coronavirus Mishandling, Gooden, Crenshaw Request Sanctioning of Chinese Officials
Daniel FriendMay 20, 2020
U.S. Representatives Lance Gooden and Dan Crenshaw filed legislation to allow lawsuits against China for the mishandling of the coronavirus.
FederalTed Cruz Aims to Limit DOD Support for Hollywood Studios Censoring Movies in China
Daniel FriendMay 4, 2020
The bill proposed by Sen. Cruz would prohibit the Department of Defense from helping studios who censor films to appease the communist government in China.
FederalRep. Lance Gooden Introduces Bill to Allow Lawsuit Against China for Coronavirus
Daniel FriendApril 7, 2020
Gooden's bill would amend current law to allow a lawsuit against China to proceed if evidence is uncovered that incriminates them in the manufacture or spread of the virus.
FederalImmigration & BorderTrump Administration Bolsters Border Security Amid Concerns of Coronavirus Spreading
Sarah McConnellMarch 18, 2020
Citing concerns of the coronavirus spreading, President Trump says asylum seekers and those seeking to enter the U.S. illegally will be turned away.
IssuesStatewide NewsTwo More Diamond Princess Cruise Ship Evacuees at Lackland Test Positive for Coronavirus, Bringing Total to Three
Sarah McConnellFebruary 26, 2020
Two additional evacuees quarantined at Lackland Air Force Base have tested positive for the coronavirus, as concerns over the virus draw attention from Sen. Cruz and the Trump administration.
Statewide NewsLackland Air Force Base Releases 90 Evacuees Cleared of Coronavirus
Sarah McConnellFebruary 21, 2020
On Thursday, 90 evacuees quarantined at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio for potential exposures to the coronavirus were cleared and allowed to return home.
Civil SocietyFederalStatewide NewsLackland Air Force Base Receives Evacuees from Quarantined Cruise Ship Affected by Coronavirus
Sarah McConnellFebruary 17, 2020
Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio received evacuees from the Diamond Princess cruise ship, quarantined off the coast of Japan since February 3.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsStatewide NewsEvacuee Quarantined at Lackland in San Antonio Tests Positive for Coronavirus, 15th Confirmed Case in U.S.
Sarah McConnellFebruary 14, 2020
An evacuee from China quarantined at Lackland Air Force base in San Antonio tested positive for the coronavirus. However, the individual remains in isolation and the risk of spreading is low.
FederalStatewide NewsRep. Dan Crenshaw’s Bill Prohibiting Drone Sales with China Passes House
Sarah McConnellFebruary 13, 2020
Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw's proposed legislation prohibiting drone sales with China passed by voice vote in the House with support from fellow Texas Rep. Van Taylor.
EducationEnergyFederalHealthcareImmigration & BorderTaxes & SpendingTradeTrump Delivers 2020 State of the Union Address, Highlights Economic Growth, Border Security
Daniel FriendFebruary 5, 2020
President Trump gave his annual address to Congress on Tuesday night, emphasizing the economic growth under his administration and the progress being made in securing the southern border.
Local NewsStatewide NewsSan Antonio’s Lackland Air Force Base Selected as Quarantine Site for Potential Exposures to Coronavirus
Sarah McConnellFebruary 3, 2020
On Saturday, Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio announced it's selection by HHS and DOD to house individuals arriving from China who may have been exposed to the coronavirus.
Civil SocietyFederalIssuesSen. Ted Cruz Calls for Travel Ban to China Amidst Its Coronavirus Outbreak
Brad JohnsonJanuary 31, 2020
With nearly 10,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus around the world, some countries have begun instituting travel bans as a precautionary measure.
FederalImmigration & BorderIssuesTrump Administration Issues Report to Combat Growing Epidemic of Counterfeit Goods
Sarah McConnellJanuary 28, 2020
As the number of counterfeit products entering the U.S. continues to rise, the Department of Homeland Security announced an action plan to combat the growing problem.
IssuesLocal NewsUPDATE: Texas A&M Student Treated for Potential Case of Coronavirus Has Tested Negative
Sarah McConnellJanuary 24, 2020
A student of Texas A&M University is being treated in Brazos County for what could be coronavirus. Health officials maintain that students and those on campus have a low risk of contracting the virus.
FederalIssuesTradePresident Trump, in Austin, Speaks to Farm Bureau on USMCA, China, and 2020 Election
Brad JohnsonJanuary 20, 2020
President Trump visited Austin on Sunday to tout recent progress on trade deals before the American Farm Bureau Federation's annual gathering.
FederalIssuesTradeUSMCA Trade Deal Passes Senate, Awaits President Trump’s Signature
Brad JohnsonJanuary 16, 2020
The USMCA, which has been in the works for the better part of two years, now awaits the final stop before ratification — a presidential signature.
FederalIssuesStatewide NewsTradePresident Trump Signs “Phase One” Trade Deal with China
Brad JohnsonJanuary 15, 2020
According to President Trump, discussions over "Phase Two" of the China trade deal will begin immediately.
Elections 2020FederalLast Democratic Debate Before Iowa Caucuses Highlights Foreign Policy, Divide Between Moderate and Progressive Candidates
Sarah McConnellJanuary 15, 2020
The seventh and final Democratic debate before the Iowa Caucuses occurred in Des Moines last night, highlighting the divides between the more moderate candidates and progressives.