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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders lawmakers to consider redistricting as GOP seeks midterm advantage
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday directed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map as part of a special session ...
Texas is one of FEMA's biggest users. Greg Abbott is helping Trump cut it
The governor was quick to request federal assistance last week after devastating floods hit the Texas Hill Country.
Texas Gov. Abbott calls for redrawing congressional map ahead of midterms
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, is directing state lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map at a special ...
Unpacking claim Greg Abbott said he'd deport God if he 'came into Texas illegally'
The claim spread widely on social media after the floods that devastated the Lone Star State in early July 2025.
Abbott announces Texas Flooding Emotional Support Line for Texans affected by flooding
The Texas Flooding Emotional Support Line provides free crisis counseling from personnel trained to work with disaster ...
Why are flags at half-staff? Abbott orders flags lowered to honor Texas flood victims
Flags are half-staff across Texas today, as Gov. Greg Abbott ordered them lowered to honor the victims of the deadly Texas ...
Texas turns to faith as Gov. Abbott declares 'Day of Prayer' amid devastating floods
Texas leaders across political lines urge prayer for flood victims as the state, ranked third most religious in the U.S., ...