“Texans must be able to exercise their First Amendment rights without fear of having agitators, including those coming from out-of-state, hijack their peaceful protest,” said the governor.
Reneé Hall, the Dallas police chief, held a press conference followed by another appearance with local and state leaders like Governor Greg Abbott.
Another state representative called for Rep. Poncho Nevárez to step down from his leadership positions. The embattled chairman is set to receive his state pension if he completes his term.
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Ruth Ruggero Hughs as the new Secretary of State after his previous appointee, David Whitley, resigned.
Following the horrific mass murder in El Paso earlier this month, the governor announced the creation of a task force aimed at curbing future threats.
