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California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, left, and Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott have both pushed new congressional maps for their states.

California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, left, and Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott have both pushed new congressional maps for their states. Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images; Brandon Bell/Getty Images hide caption

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Elections

Texas passes midterm redistricting sought by Trump as California plans to counter

The Texas Legislature passed a plan called for by President Trump to give Republicans an edge. And California lawmakers are sending theirs to the voters as the two most populous states compete to shape the midterm elections for Congress.

Politics

Texas House passes new voting maps designed to give Republicans edge in midterms

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Republicans in the Texas House approved the new voting maps that President Trump has asked for to give Republicans an edge in congressional elections. It's on track for final passage.

Texas House passes new voting maps designed to give Republicans edge in midterms

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Friday

There have been a lot of empty chairs belonging to Democrats in the Texas House of Representatives. They've blocking a quorum needed to allow Republicans to vote on President Trump's request for new maps in next year's congressional elections.

Democrats have been leaving a lot of empty chairs in the Texas House of Representatives. They blocked a quorum needed to allow Republicans to vote on President Trump's request for new maps in next year's congressional elections. Rodolfo Gonzalez/AP hide caption

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In Houston, some worry their problems would be neglected after redistricting

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In one neighborhood of the city, Latinos worry about immigration and urban problems but may soon be grouped in with suburban voters.

Some Houston residents worry about changes under proposed redistricting plan

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Thursday

Politics

Some Houston residents worry about changes under proposed redistricting plan

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In one Houston neighborhood, residents worry their problems — and their votes — will go unheard if Republican state lawmakers go ahead with a redistricting plan to give them an edge in elections.

Some Houston residents worry about changes under proposed redistricting plan

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Monday

Texas state Rep. Jolanda "Jo" Jones, a Democrat, flips through maps during a public hearing on congressional redistricting in Austin, Texas, on August 1.

Texas state Rep. Jolanda "Jo" Jones, a Democrat, flips through maps during a public hearing on congressional redistricting in Austin, Texas, on Aug. 1. After the bill passed the committee, state Democrats fled to Illinois and New York to break the quorum and stall a vote on the new maps, which heavily favor Republicans. Michael Thomas/AP hide caption

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National

Texas House Democrats break quorum again by staying out of state

The Texas House again failed to reach the quorum needed to vote on a new congressional map that could give Republicans five new seats, after state Democrats forced a legislative standstill.

Politics

Texas Democrats flee the state to try to stymie GOP redistricting effort

In a midterm election battle spreading across the country, Republicans leading the Texas Legislature are trying to meet and redraw Congressional lines to help the GOP hold the majority in Congress. Democrats in Texas have fled to other states to try to block them from meeting.

Texas Democrats flee the state to try to stymie GOP redistricting effort

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Wednesday

Politics

Texas Republicans unveil a proposed redraw of House seats to boost the party

Texas Republicans have unveiled a proposed redraw of the state's congressional map that is likely to help the party pick up additional seats.

Texas Republicans unveil a proposed redraw of House seats to boost the party

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Monday

National

Texas Republicans are orchestrating a mid-decade congressional redistricting

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The Republican-led Texas Legislature's special session will include a rare round of mid-decade redistricting.

Texas Republicans are orchestrating a mid-decade congressional redistricting

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Wednesday

A man stands in a doorway with arms crossed.

Sayedyaqoob Qattali moved to Houston with his family after legally entering the United States in late 2023. Sayedyaqoob Qattali hide caption

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National

Many Afghans living in the U.S. fear being tortured or killed if they get deported

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Roughly 200,000 Afghans came to the U.S. after the Taliban seized control in Afghanistan in 2021. Many are worried about their future as President Trump has steadily eliminated legal protections.

Many Afghans living in the U.S. fear being tortured or killed if they get deported

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Thursday

At a store selling hemp products outside of Houston, Texas, a sign notifies customers that the state Legislature might be passing a ban on most consumables containing THC.

At a store selling hemp products outside of Houston, Texas, a sign notifies customers that the state Legislature might be passing a ban on most consumables containing THC. Andrew Schneider/Houston Public Media hide caption

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News

Texas may ban THC products just a few years after legalization started a big business

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The Texas Legislature is considering a ban on consumable THC products as some lawmakers say the booming business has caused health problems and allowed sales to minors.

Texas considers ban on cannabis products 6 years after legalization in the state

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Texas considers ban on cannabis products 6 years after legalization in the state

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Texas lawmakers are considering outlawing cannabis products 6 years after they became legal and led to a multibillion-dollar market. Lawmakers say sales have led to abuses and health problems.

Texas considers ban on cannabis products 6 years after legalization in the state

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Tuesday

Law

Texas moves closer to require the Ten Commandments in classrooms

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The Texas Legislature appears on the way to requiring schools to post the Ten Commandments in classrooms. It's similar to a law in Louisiana that's blocked in the courts and also to bills being considered — and sometimes failing — in other states.

Texas moves closer to require the Ten Commandments in classrooms

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Saturday

Politics

Remembering Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas

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Texas congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a leading voice for progressive causes in the House, died Friday in Houston.

Remembering Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas

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