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fromAbove the Law
2 hours ago

'Sexual Harassment' Doesn't Begin To Cover It: Lawsuit Against Former Texas Solicitor General Goes Interstellar - Above the Law

"In this firm, there are no rules... You can say whatever slurs you want." This statement exemplifies the alleged toxic culture at Stone Hilton law firm.
Law
#republican-party
US news
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Along the Texas border, elected officials ditch the Democrats to go red

Rising Republican influence in Texas border counties is reshaping the political landscape, particularly among Hispanic voters.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
Law

Texas lawmakers advance bill to clarify medical exceptions under restrictive abortion law

US news
fromWashington Post
2 months ago

Along the Texas border, elected officials ditch the Democrats to go red

Rising Republican influence in Texas border counties is reshaping the political landscape, particularly among Hispanic voters.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
Law

Texas lawmakers advance bill to clarify medical exceptions under restrictive abortion law

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#lgbtq-rights
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#legislation
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Another Attempt at Banning Abortion Pills Is Coming Out of Texas. The Reasoning Is Truly Twisted.

Texas anti-abortion activists blame abortion pills for harms endured by women rather than acknowledging the impact of strict abortion laws.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
SF politics

GOP Lawmaker Admits He Has No Evidence Schools Gave Litter Boxes to Students Who Identify as Cats After Authoring Anti-Furry Bill

Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Another Attempt at Banning Abortion Pills Is Coming Out of Texas. The Reasoning Is Truly Twisted.

Texas anti-abortion activists blame abortion pills for harms endured by women rather than acknowledging the impact of strict abortion laws.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
SF politics

GOP Lawmaker Admits He Has No Evidence Schools Gave Litter Boxes to Students Who Identify as Cats After Authoring Anti-Furry Bill

more#legislation
#political-advertising
US politics
fromJust The News
3 weeks ago

Texas House passes bill requiring disclosure of AI content, altered images in political advertising

Texas House passed a bill mandating disclosure of AI-altered content in political ads, sparking criticism over potential penalties for non-compliance.
fromgizmodo.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Texas House Passes Bill That Criminalizes Using Altered Media in Political Ads Without Disclosure

US politics
fromJust The News
3 weeks ago

Texas House passes bill requiring disclosure of AI content, altered images in political advertising

Texas House passed a bill mandating disclosure of AI-altered content in political ads, sparking criticism over potential penalties for non-compliance.
fromgizmodo.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Texas House Passes Bill That Criminalizes Using Altered Media in Political Ads Without Disclosure

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fromABC7 Chicago
3 weeks ago

Musk gets his Texas wish. SpaceX launch site is approved as the new city of Starbase

Starbase is officially recognized as a city, primarily from the SpaceX workforce.
The vote was overwhelmingly in favor, showcasing support from Musk's employees.
Concerns arise over Musk's increasing control and its implications for the local area.
Dallas Cowboys
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Texas politician Bobbie Mitchell stabbed, husband killed after allegedly being attacked by their grandson at home

Bobbie J. Mitchell's grandson has been charged with murder after the attack that left her husband dead.
The incident has shocked the community due to its familial ties and the prominence of the victims.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Texas Is Poised to Create a $1 Billion Private School Voucher Program

Texas creates major taxpayer-funded school voucher program, a win for private school advocates amid criticisms from opponents.
The program has potential for significant financial growth impacting public school budgets.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

'Weaponized environmentalism'? A Texas Republican wants to test wastewater for abortion medication

The bill SB1976, introduced by Senator Bryan Hughes, aims to require wastewater testing for certain urinary metabolites, including hormones and mifepristone, to mitigate concerns over endocrine-disrupting chemicals.
Alternative medicine
#political-controversy
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fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

'Andy, that's not true:' Texas Republican mocked after admitting he doesn't know what intersex is

"Are you speaking about biological sex? Or are you speaking about gender? 'Cause one is scientific, one is a social construct," Simmons said, adding, "'Cause I have a follow up question after."
LGBT
#ted-cruz
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Far-left Democrat Jasmine Crockett slammed for 'unhinged' threat against prominent GOP senator: 'Inciting violence'

fromQueerty
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is this the "not funny" moment an awkward Ted Cruz lost his re-election bid? - Queerty

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Far-left Democrat Jasmine Crockett slammed for 'unhinged' threat against prominent GOP senator: 'Inciting violence'

fromQueerty
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

Is this the "not funny" moment an awkward Ted Cruz lost his re-election bid? - Queerty

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#voting-rights
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Texas Attorney General Sues to Stop Voter Registration Push in San Antonio

Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Bexar County signifies a clash over voter registration efforts in Texas, reflecting broader national disputes over election access.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Texas Attorney General Sues to Stop Voter Registration Push in San Antonio

Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Bexar County signifies a clash over voter registration efforts in Texas, reflecting broader national disputes over election access.
more#voting-rights
NYC parents
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Austin public education advocates blast Trump's order aiming to close Education Department - Austin Monitor

Trump's executive order aims to phase out the U.S. Department of Education, pushing for state control over education.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Steaking' a claim: A New York restaurateur is taking Texas to court over beef literally | amNewYork

The proposed renaming of the New York Strip to Texas Strip sparks controversy and emotional responses, especially among New York restaurateurs.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Sylvester Turner, Sworn In as U.S. Representative in January, Dies at 70

Sylvester Turner, a prominent figure in Texas politics, who transitioned from Houston's mayor to a U.S. representative, passed away at 70 after attending a presidential speech.
US news
LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Texas sues NCAA in latest push to block transgender athletes in women's sports

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues NCAA to block transgender athletes in women's sports, claiming it misleads fans and violates consumer protection laws.
US Elections
fromAxios
7 months ago

Why Harris and Trump are coming to Texas

Trump and Harris are targeting key voter demographics in Texas, aiming to influence battleground state outcomes before the election.
US Elections
fromQueerty
7 months ago

Kamala Harris just made a surprise announcement & now everyone's talking about Beyonce - Queerty

Kamala Harris's Houston rally signals confidence in changing Texas voter dynamics.
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