The Deputy Sheriffs Association of Bexar County recently claimed that the jail, which is understaffed by around 300 officers, was in "deplorable condition."
The San Antonio state representative is running for the top executive position in Bexar County instead of seeking reelection.
“This case, and others like it, are not about whether people should wear masks or whether the government should make them do it."
A judge issued a temporary restraining order against Abbott, letting San Antonio and Bexar County issue mask mandates.
The Bexar County Commissioners Court approved a budget that cuts 19 constable posts from after competing public pleas were made to the court.
Here's a list of the top lawsuits filed since the coronavirus pandemic and resulting shutdowns disrupted the lives of Texans.
Under an amended coronavirus emergency order, businesses within the City of San Antonio will be required to screen employees and customers before allowing entry.
Although his previous order prohibited localities from imposing fines for not wearing face masks, Abbott now says that businesses can be fined for failing to mandate their use.
Challenging Governor Abbott, Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff is requiring businesses to mandate face coverings for employees and customers or face fines.
The mayors of nine Texas cities signed onto a letter requesting from Governor Abbott the ability to reinstate mandatory facial covering orders.
Governor Abbott declared facial covering mandates illegitimate in late April after numerous localities had implemented them.
San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff issued a public health emergency citing concerns about the spread of the coronavirus.
