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President Trump pushes controversial redistricting plan in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott adds to special session agenda
Redistricting is one of 18 items on the agenda during the Texas legislative special session that begins July 21.
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Texas lawmakers discuss Central Texas flooding, Gov. Abbott adds redistricting to special session
Gov. Greg Abbott's expanded agenda for the upcoming special session includes the controversial topic of redistricting and responding to the deadly Central Texas floods.
Texas is one of FEMA's biggest users. Greg Abbott is helping Trump cut it
The governor was quick to request federal assistance last week after devastating floods hit the Texas Hill Country.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders lawmakers to consider redistricting as GOP seeks midterm advantage
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday directed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map as part of a special session ...
Unpacking claim Greg Abbott said he'd deport God if he 'came into Texas illegally'
The claim spread widely on social media after the floods that devastated the Lone Star State in early July 2025.
Abbott announces Texas Flooding Emotional Support Line for Texans affected by flooding
The Texas Flooding Emotional Support Line provides free crisis counseling from personnel trained to work with disaster ...
Gov. Greg Abbott activates state emergency response resources as new storms threaten flood-weary Texas
Forecasters warn that slow-moving storms could bring heavy downpours to already saturated areas, increasing the risk of flash flooding.
Live updates: Trump surveys Texas flood devastation amid rescue efforts; layoffs hit State Department
Live updates and the latest news as President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump tour the Texas flood devastation and ...
Gov. Greg Abbott targets Houston congressional districts for major redraw
More than one million Houstonians could have new congressional representation as early as next year under Gov. Greg Abbott's ...