Biden says US 'not seeking a new Cold War' during UN address
President Joe Biden said Tuesday that the U.S. is entering a “new era of diplomacy” during his first address before the U.N. General Assembly.
President Joe Biden said Tuesday that the U.S. is entering a “new era of diplomacy” during his first address before the U.N. General Assembly.
Abbott gets firsthand look at migrant surge at Texas-Mexico border
The visit comes as Governor Greg Abbott requests an emergency declaration from the Biden administration amid a dramatic increase in the number of people trying to cross the border.
The visit comes as Governor Greg Abbott requests an emergency declaration from the Biden administration amid a dramatic increase in the number of people trying to cross the border.
Michigan lawmaker told another lawmaker he hoped her 'car explodes on the way in,' text messages show
In another text, Rep. Steve Marino told Rep. Mari Manoogian “You’re truly the worst human being I’ve ever met. I mean that with the utmost sincerity. Just a parasite.” The two had a previous relationship that ended more than a year ago.
In another text, Rep. Steve Marino told Rep. Mari Manoogian “You’re truly the worst human being I’ve ever met. I mean that with the utmost sincerity. Just a parasite.” The two had a previous relationship that ended more than a year ago.
City of San Marcos set to discuss homeless issue Tuesday
The city of San Marcos is set to discuss camping within city limits, panhandling, and the direction of police enforcement during city council.
The city of San Marcos is set to discuss camping within city limits, panhandling, and the direction of police enforcement during city council.
Third special session gets underway: What is on the agenda?
Governor Abbott identified 5 agenda items for the third special legislative session in his proclamation that announced he would convene another special session.
Governor Abbott identified 5 agenda items for the third special legislative session in his proclamation that announced he would convene another special session.
Biden to address COVID-19, climate change in 1st presidential visit to UN
Eight months into his presidency, Biden has been out of sync with allies on the chaotic ending to the U.S. war in Afghanistan.
Eight months into his presidency, Biden has been out of sync with allies on the chaotic ending to the U.S. war in Afghanistan.
Poll: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s approval drops below 50 percent
54 percent of Texans say the state is on the wrong track, with 44 percent saying it’s on the right track. Among independents, a group that historically has swung toward the GOP in Texas elections, just 33 percent say the state is on the right track.
54 percent of Texans say the state is on the wrong track, with 44 percent saying it’s on the right track. Among independents, a group that historically has swung toward the GOP in Texas elections, just 33 percent say the state is on the right track.
$100M in grant funding available now through Operation Lone Star
The grant funds are to “enhance interagency border security operations” supporting Operation Lone Star, says Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.
The grant funds are to “enhance interagency border security operations” supporting Operation Lone Star, says Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.
26 governors demand Biden meeting over border crisis
A letter signed by 26 Republican governors, including Doug Ducey, asks Biden to schedule a meeting at the White House within the next 15 days so they can have an "open and constructive dialogue regarding border enforcement on behalf of U.S. citizens in our states and all those hoping to become U.S. citizens."
A letter signed by 26 Republican governors, including Doug Ducey, asks Biden to schedule a meeting at the White House within the next 15 days so they can have an "open and constructive dialogue regarding border enforcement on behalf of U.S. citizens in our states and all those hoping to become U.S. citizens."
Analysis: Texas’ foster care problems are clear. The response from state leaders isn’t
The state’s foster care system has been dangerous to children and embarrassing to the state for years. But with state officials constantly chasing other issues, it’s still suffering from neglect.
The state’s foster care system has been dangerous to children and embarrassing to the state for years. But with state officials constantly chasing other issues, it’s still suffering from neglect.
Texas Republicans have the redistricting tools to preserve their power
Lawmakers must redraw the state’s political maps to account for a decade’s worth of growth, but the process leaves enough room for political manipulation. Here’s how it’ll work.
Lawmakers must redraw the state’s political maps to account for a decade’s worth of growth, but the process leaves enough room for political manipulation. Here’s how it’ll work.
Redistricting tops agenda of third Texas Legislative special session
Monday marked the start of yet another special legislative session in Texas, with redistricting at the top of the agenda.
Monday marked the start of yet another special legislative session in Texas, with redistricting at the top of the agenda.
Report: Beto O'Rourke preparing bid for Texas governor
Former Texas Congressman Beto O'Rourke is reportedly preparing to run for governor of Texas in 2022
Former Texas Congressman Beto O'Rourke is reportedly preparing to run for governor of Texas in 2022
Well wishes pour in for Jimmy Carter ahead of his 97th birthday
The Carter Center is asking Georgians to help celebrate former President Jimmy Carter's 97th birthday on Oct. 1.
The Carter Center is asking Georgians to help celebrate former President Jimmy Carter's 97th birthday on Oct. 1.
Oprah Winfrey: ‘I worry about where we are as a country’
Speaking in an upcoming podcast, "Mind Body Zone: Living Outside the Box," hosted by self help guru, Deepak Chopra, Winfrey said she’s worried the country is headed in the wrong direction.
Speaking in an upcoming podcast, "Mind Body Zone: Living Outside the Box," hosted by self help guru, Deepak Chopra, Winfrey said she’s worried the country is headed in the wrong direction.
Abbott signs HB 9 into law to provide $1.8B for border security
House Bill 9 will provide an additional $1.8 billion in state funding for border security over the next two years.
House Bill 9 will provide an additional $1.8 billion in state funding for border security over the next two years.
US will fly 'massive' number of Haitian migrants to Haiti, official says
A US official says the Biden administration plans on “massive movements” of Haitian migrants in a small Texas border city on flights to Haiti starting Sunday.
A US official says the Biden administration plans on “massive movements” of Haitian migrants in a small Texas border city on flights to Haiti starting Sunday.
DOJ is reviewing policies on transgender inmates
A Justice Department official tells The Associated Press that the department is reviewing its policies on housing transgender inmates in the federal prison system.
A Justice Department official tells The Associated Press that the department is reviewing its policies on housing transgender inmates in the federal prison system.
New preliminary Austin City Council district map approved
The ICRC will be hosting five public forums to show visualizations of the approved district map and to receive public input.
The ICRC will be hosting five public forums to show visualizations of the approved district map and to receive public input.
DC bracing for 'Justice for J6' rally at US Capitol; lawmakers advised to avoid complex this weekend
The nation's capital is boosting security ahead of Saturday's rally that is being held to demand justice for the hundreds of people who have been charged in connection with January's insurrection.
The nation's capital is boosting security ahead of Saturday's rally that is being held to demand justice for the hundreds of people who have been charged in connection with January's insurrection.