House Democrats, California leaders weigh tit-for-tat redistricting if Texas Republicans redraw maps
By Owen Dahlkamp, The Texas Tribune July 3, 2025 “House Democrats, California leaders weigh tit-for-tat redistricting if Texas Republicans redraw maps” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief,…
Read MoreRepublican Megabill Will Mean Higher Health Costs for Many Americans
By Phil Galewitz, KFF Health News and Julie Appleby, KFF Health News and Renuka Rayasam and Bernard J. Wolfson Updated July 3, 2025 Originally Published July 2, 2025 The tax and spending legislation the House voted to send to President Donald Trump’s desk on Thursday, enacting much of his domestic agenda, cuts federal health spending…
Read MoreHere’s what’s in Trump’s GOP megabill and how it will affect Texans
By Gabby Birenbaum and Owen Dahlkamp, The Texas Tribune July 3, 2025 “Here’s what’s in Trump’s GOP megabill and how it will affect Texans” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up…
Read MoreCOMMISSIONER SID MILLER SHARES JULY FOURTH SAFETY TIPS FOR TEXANS
Miller provides Texans tips for a safe and patriotic Independence Day celebration AUSTIN — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller reminds Texans to celebrate Independence Day safely and responsibly. As families across the Lone Star State fire up the grill and enjoy 249 years of American independence, everyone should prioritize safety, so the day is…
Read MoreGOP Governors Mum as Congress Moves To Slash Medicaid Spending for Their States
By Phil Galewitz, KFF Health News July 3, 2025 The last time a Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump moved to slash Medicaid spending, in 2017, a key political force stood in their way: GOP governors. Now, as Congress steamrolls toward passing historic Medicaid cuts of about $1 trillion over 10 years through Trump’s tax…
Read MoreSTATEMENT FROM COMMISSIONER SID MILLER CELEBRATING PROMISES KEPT WITH THE PASSAGE OF THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL
“On the eve of celebrating our nation’s independence, the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill signifies a historic achievement for American families, farmers, and rural communities. President Donald J. Trump has kept his promise and given a vital boost to our agricultural industry and the hardworking people who keep it running. Amid increasing costs,…
Read MoreTexas Republicans vote to send GOP’s tax and spending megabill to Trump’s desk after threatening to tank it
By Owen Dahlkamp, The Texas Tribune July 3, 2025 “Texas Republicans vote to send GOP’s tax and spending megabill to Trump’s desk after threatening to tank it” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide…
Read MoreFederal inmate indicted for assaulting corrections officers
BEAUMONT, Texas – A federal inmate has been charged with violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Juan Arturo Mendoza, 32, was named in an indictment returned by a federal grand jury this week in the Eastern District of Texas charging him with assault, resisting or impeding…
Read MoreFederal inmate indicted for threatening Bureau of Prisons Administrator
BEAUMONT, Texas – A federal inmate has been charged with violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. John Robert Bond, 55, was named in an indictment returned by a federal grand jury this week in the Eastern District of Texas charging him with making threats against a…
Read MoreOrange County man indicted on federal carjacking, firearms violations
BEAUMONT, Texas – An Orange County, Texas man has been charged with federal violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Owen Lee Giles, 36, was named in a three-count indictment returned by a federal grand jury this week in the Eastern District of Texas charging him with…
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