As Republicans have embraced tough measures to clear the streets, no group has led the way more than the Cicero Institute, founded by the venture capitalist Joe Lonsdale.

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An appeals court reduced the award to the parents of one victim to $6 million from $49 million, citing a Texas damages cap. The conspiracy theorist owes over $1 billion in other cases.

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The pen Mr. Paxton pocketed more than a decade ago has resurfaced as a campaign issue.

Why so many kids in Minnesota aren’t getting vaccinated.

A federal agent facing assault charges in Minnesota has been jailed in Texas since May. Gov. Greg Abbott has not granted an extradition request.

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The Trump administration has been carving a path through some of the beloved national park’s major natural attractions.