Elections 2022GunsIssuesMatthew McConaughey Says He Will Not Run for Texas Governor in 2022
Hayden SparksNovember 29, 2021
After months of speculation and hints at a potential campaign, the actor opted against running for governor of Texas.
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87th LegislatureCivil SocietyCriminal JusticeGunsTexas Officials, Candidates React to Kyle Rittenhouse’s Full Acquittal in Wisconsin Self-defense Case
Hayden SparksNovember 22, 2021
A prominent Democrat in the Texas House lashed out at Gov. Greg Abbott after the governor tweeted about Rittenhouse’s acquittal.
Civil SocietyCriminal JusticeGunsIssuesLocal NewsArmy Sergeant Indicted in Travis County for Murder of Armed Austin Protester
Hayden SparksJuly 2, 2021
Through his attorney, Sgt. Daniel Perry asserts that he was acting in self-defense when he shot and killed Garrett Foster.
Civil SocietyCriminal JusticeFederalGunsIssuesTaxes & SpendingDallas Police Chief Pushes Back on ‘Defunding and Dismantling Police,’ Gun Control Logic
Hayden SparksJune 29, 2021
Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia highlighted the impact that the “defund the police” movement has had on public safety.