FederalImmigration & BorderFederal Judge Requires Feds to Continue Deportations Despite Biden Pause
Hayden Sparks12 hours ago
The court found that the federal government is required to enforce immigration law.
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FederalImmigration & BorderBiden Health and Human Services Department Reopens Encampment for Unaccompanied Minors
Hayden SparksFebruary 24, 2021
The Biden administration says the facility is necessary due to the number of beds needed for unaccompanied children.
EnergyIssuesStatewide NewsState Will Allow Insurance Adjusters, Plumbers From Outside of Texas Via Temporary Licenses
Hayden SparksFebruary 19, 2021
One state representative shared pictures of water damage inside her home caused by burst pipes.
FederalImmigration & BorderHomeland Security to Readmit Illegal Immigrants Previously Excluded Under ‘Migrant Protection Protocols’
Hayden SparksFebruary 12, 2021
Some Republican lawmakers have criticized Biden for ending the Migrant Protection Protocols program.
AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: National Anthem Controversy, Biden’s Border Policies, Gambling in Texas
Michelle ArledgeFebruary 12, 2021
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
FederalImmigration & BorderBiden Admin Releasing Illegal Immigrants Without Coronavirus Tests, South Texas Sheriff Confirms
Hayden SparksFebruary 11, 2021
Sheriff A.J. Louderback said the Biden administration is promoting a “lawless attitude.”
FederalImmigration & BorderIssuesRep. Chip Roy Leads Congressional Letter Criticizing Biden Border Policy Amidst Burgeoning Crisis
Daniel FriendFebruary 10, 2021
Rep. Chip Roy and 50 other members of Congress criticized President Biden for his changes to immigration policies amidst a burgeoning border crisis.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Abbott Hints at Austin Police Takeover, Democrats Call for STAAR Test Suspension, Crenshaw Tops Favorability Ratings
Brad JohnsonFebruary 5, 2021
This week — here's a look at the latest news from this week in Texas politics.
AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: Legislative Battle Lines, Hotels for the Homeless, Beto O’Rourke Considers Run for Governor
Michelle ArledgeJanuary 29, 2021
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
EnergyFederalGov. Abbott Signs Oil and Gas Executive Order Targeting Federal Overreach
Daniel FriendJanuary 28, 2021
Gov. Abbott signed an executive order instructing state agencies to identify potential litigation or other opportunities to prevent federal overreach against the energy industry.
EnergyFederalBiden Executive Order Prohibits New Oil Drilling on Federal Lands
Brad JohnsonJanuary 27, 2021
One of the executive orders issued by the Biden administration in the president's first week on the job is a prohibition against new drilling operations on federal lands.
FederalImmigration & BorderSouthern District Court of Texas Blocks Deportation Freeze by Biden Administration
Daniel FriendJanuary 26, 2021
The Southern District Court of Texas granted a request for a temporary restraining order from the State of Texas to prevent the Biden administration from freezing deportations.
FederalImmigration & BorderStatewide NewsTexas Attorney General Sues Biden Administration Over Deportation Freeze
Daniel FriendJanuary 22, 2021
Attorney General Ken Paxton says that the freeze on deportations violates an agreement between Texas and the Department of Homeland Security.
AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: Public School Funding, Biden’s Executive Actions, Alamo Symbolism
Michelle ArledgeJanuary 22, 2021
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Texas Leaders Talk Inauguration, State Parties Report Midterm Fundraising, Top Staffers Exit Texas Democratic Party
Brad JohnsonJanuary 22, 2021
This week — here’s a look at what’s happening in Texas politics during Presidential Inauguration Week.
FederalImmigration & BorderBiden Halts Border Wall Construction on First Day as President
Daniel FriendJanuary 20, 2021
President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Wednesday to end Trump’s emergency declaration and effectively halt construction of the border wall.
The Keystone XL pipeline project faces a renewed barrier as President Joe Biden revoked its permit granted under his predecessor, Donald Trump.
87th LegislatureFederalGunsStatewide NewsGovernor Abbott Says Texas Should Be a “Second Amendment Sanctuary”
Daniel FriendJanuary 15, 2021
With the incoming Biden administration, Gov. Greg Abbott says that Texas should become a “Second Amendment sanctuary” to protect the state from federal gun rights violations.
FederalImmigration & BorderTrump Says ‘We Can’t Let’ Biden Admin ‘Even Think About’ Deconstructing Border Wall During Texas Visit
Hayden SparksJanuary 12, 2021
The president touted the construction of the border wall in a visit to Alamo, Texas.
FederalTexas Democrats Blame Ted Cruz for Capitol Debacle, Call for Resignation
Daniel FriendJanuary 7, 2021
Democrats are calling for Sen. Ted Cruz’s resignation, blaming him for inciting the violence that erupted at the nation’s Capitol on Wednesday.