Beto O'Rourke plans rally to counter Donald Trump's visit to Dallas
It'll be the second time this year that the two have held dueling rallies in Texas. Full Story
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What role did Rick Perry play in the Trump-Ukraine incidents at the heart of the impeachment inquiry?
The president said his energy secretary suggested he talk to the Ukrainian president. Perry, once Texas' governor, said his prodding was about energy and the economy — not the Bidens. Full Story
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Trump’s order will deny visas to immigrants who lack health-care coverage
President Trump said the new rule, issued late on Friday, is intended to “protect the availability of health care benefits for Americans." Full Story
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Imelda victims will receive federal assistance after disaster declaration
Nearly 900 homes sustained major damage or were destroyed and uninsured in six affected counties, according to a preliminary assessment. Full Story
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A Mexican citizen had court papers allowing him to be in the U.S. But a Border Patrol agent detained him anyway.
The man, whose immigration case received "administrative closure" from a U.S. judge, was detained by Border Patrol agents at a highway checkpoint. Lawyers say the agents went too far, but federal officials say otherwise. Full Story
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Analysis: Texas, the eyes of others are upon you in 2020
There’s a lot going on here. And Texas, accustomed to sitting in the back of the room in presidential election years, is getting a lot of attention. Full Story
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President Trump to hold October campaign rally in Dallas
The event is set for Oct. 17 at the American Airlines Center. It's his first visit to Texas since the U.S. House launched an impeachment inquiry. Full Story
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Federal government awards three contracts for 65 new miles of border fencing in South Texas
The cost of the new fencing will range between $385 million and $800 million. Construction is set to begin in early 2020. Full Story
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Analysis: A one-subject election year for Texas (and everyone else)
It's impossible to say exactly what issue people will be talking about when they're ready to vote in next year's elections. But it's not too early to say those voters — friends or foes — will be talking about the president. Full Story
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Nancy Pelosi to President Donald Trump: "You've come into my wheelhouse now"
"Let us be prayerful. Let us be solemn. Let us try not to make it further divisive," Pelosi said at The Texas Tribune Festival. "But we cannot ignore our oath of office to defend the Constitution of the United States from all enemies foreign and domestic." Full Story
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Ted Cruz took issue with Trump's call with Ukraine's president, but he expected it to be worse
The U.S. senator spoke at the 2019 Texas Tribune Festival in an interview with MSNBC anchor Chris Hayes. Full Story
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Anthony Scaramucci says he's not running for president, and that Nancy Pelosi is a patriot
The former White House communications director said President Donald Trump should "stand down" in the 2020 election. Full Story
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Pete Buttigieg says he would not pardon President Donald Trump
At The Texas Tribune Festival, the Democratic presidential hopeful said he supports impeachment and promises not to pardon Trump if that issue were to reach him in the Oval Office. Full Story
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Texas Tribune 2019 Festival highlights: Impeachment, 2020 and more
It's the third and final day of the annual political extravaganza. Here are some of the high points of the event. Full Story
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Here's what Texans in Congress are saying about impeaching President Donald Trump
The Texas delegation is split along party lines. Full Story
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Nancy Pelosi to speak Saturday at The Texas Tribune Festival, days after announcing impeachment inquiry
Pelosi is the keynote speaker, and it's her third time to appear at the event. Full Story
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Mounting impeachment drama shakes up battleground Texas races
In a dramatic turn, several Texas Democrats in competitive congressional races signaled a new openness Tuesday to impeaching President Donald Trump. Full Story
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All 13 Texas Democrats in Congress have expressed willingness to impeach Donald Trump
Six more Texas Democrats backed the idea Tuesday, though some — like U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo — suggested they would only do so under certain conditions. Full Story
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Tropical Storm Imelda left 5 dead in Texas and many flooded. Will FEMA aid come next?
While Gov. Greg Abbott declared a state of emergency for Tropical Storm Imelda, it does not qualify individuals for financial assistance. That will have to come from FEMA. Full Story
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Trump, Indian Prime Minister Modi emphasize friendship at Houston event
Speaking in front of thousands of attendees Sunday, President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded each other for their work on issues like border security, trade and the economy. Full Story
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