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Jasmine Crockett launches campaign for Texas Democratic Senate primary after Colin Allred drops out

December 8, 2025 by Admin

Rep. Jasmine Crockett on Monday filed paperwork to run for Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas, a source tells CBS News Texas, hours ahead of a planned news conference where she is set to announce her plans. The announcement is set to be held 90 minutes before the state’s …

Texas Gov. Abbott orders civil arrest of Democratic lawmakers who fled state to block GOP-drawn congressional map

August 4, 2025 by Admin

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday ordered the civil arrest of Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to block a vote on a Republican-backed congressional redistricting plan, escalating a standoff that has stalled the legislative session. The absence of the Democratic lawmakers broke quorum, which meant the House did not …